The Mammography Technologist provides support to the Imaging Department by performing high-quality diagnostic radiology and screening mammography procedures in an outpatient setting.
Essential Duties: • Perform exams proficiently according to established procedures and techniques with minimal errors/poor technical quality that would affect results of interpretation. • Perform quality control, preventive maintenance, and calibration procedures according to policy. • Assist in cross-training of staff and/or students. • Assist patients and physicians during and following procedures. • Demonstrate attention to detail in examinations preparation and results. • Prepare documents and reports for physicians interpretation. • Order, store, and maintain adequate supplies in department. • Practice correct sterile, aseptic, decontamination, and biohazardous waste disposal techniques. • Report unusual incidents appropriately and immediately. • Plan of care, procedure, and purpose are explained to patient/family, and routine questions are answered. • Provide necessary patient information on procedure reports (i.e., name, medical record number, surgical history, diagnosis, symptoms). • Demonstrate knowledge of anatomy and physiology, signs and symptoms, CPR, and medical terminology. • Maintain equipment in good operating condition and report malfunctions or need for repairs. • Coordinate procedures with nursing and ancillary services within department and with physicians and patients. • Assist with patient transportation when required. • Provide patient comfort during procedures. • Instruct patients regarding requirements prior to procedures, and precautionary measures during procedures. • Obtain appropriate equipment and set up for procedures according to procedure. • Complete all ordered procedures during shift without sacrificing quality of work. • Prepare files, locate, and retrieve patient procedures accurately. • Prepare patient charges and inputs data for fees and statistics. • Have a general understanding of all office functions. • Create a courteous, polite, and pleasant atmosphere with patients, physicians, and Hospital staff. • Answer phone and identify department and self. • Provide correct procedure for correct patient by checking requisition (prescription) and patient ID. • Assist in updating policies and procedures as requested. • Adhere to written hospital policies and procedures. • Demonstrate competency to perform specific duties and responsibilities, including use of equipment and performance of technical skills. • Interview patients regarding signs/symptoms pertinent to procedure. • Supervise and deliver safe patient care with attention to infection control, patient safety, equipment (IV's, IMEDA, catheters, tubes), and proper body mechanics. • Seek to enhance clinical knowledge pertinent to area of expertise. • Participate in self-evaluation. • Participate in quality management activities as required. • Seek experience to enhance clinical knowledge of the adult and geriatric patient as evidenced by maintaining current education file with director. • Have a good attendance record. • Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
• High school or equivalent • Specialized/technical training • Graduate of an AMA-approved 2-year Radiologic Technology Program • 1 year Experience as a mammography technologist • Must have excellent communication skills, including the ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently • Demonstrates ability to effectively work with physicians, staff, and patients
Preferred Qualifications:
• Required Licenses/Certifications: • Certified Mammographic Radiologic Technologist (CA DPH) • Mammography (ARRT) • Certified Radiologic Technologist (CA DPH) • Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association • Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) • If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date (Required within LA City only)
The hourly rate range for this position is $46.00 - $76.07.
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