Mammography Technologist- Outpatient Care Center

Overview

Job Summary

Performs imaging procedures/treatments according to radiology practice standards in order to aid in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease. Performs other duties as assigned. 

Responsibilities

•    Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiologic principals/theory and utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments, as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results.
•    Develops appropriate procedure/treatment plan.
•    Implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established hospital protocols/guidelines.
•    Completes documentation as required to comply with hospital policies and procedures.
•    Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
•    Participates in hospital and departmental Performance Improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards.
•    Completes assigned goals.

Specifications

Experience

Minimum Required

• 6 months experience in specialty area as required to meet all Mammo competencies at the end  of orientation period. 

Education

Minimum Required

• Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT(R), with Registry in Mammography ARRT(M) preferred. 
• Must complete certification for ARRT(M) within 12 months of hire date. 
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire date. 
   

Special Skills

Minimum Required

• Basic computer literacy skills.

Licensure

Minimum Required

• ARRT(R)
• BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE
• NEW GRADUATE WHO WILL OBTAIN REQUIRED REGISTRY WITHIN  60 DAYS OF HIRE
• STATE LICENSE AS REQUIRED 

Preferred/Desired:

• ARRT (M)