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Position Summary:
The Mammography Technologist is responsible for performing diagnostic and screening mammograms and needle localizations with required FDA patient identification and dose information. Mammography tech will be responsible for performing biopsies while insuring sterile technique under the direct supervision of the Radiologist or Surgeon. Responsible for the proper handling. labeling and transporting of the biopsy specimen. Maintains accurate and retrievable records in accordance with MQSA for the digital unit. Regularly checks equipment and accessories including digital detectors according to guidelines of the ACR and FDA. Maintains daily logs for QA/QC and equipment checks. The mammography tech will be responsible, under supervision of manager, for yearly inspections of regulating agencies. Maintains open communications and is available to component organizations and Practioner sites for consultation. The Mammography tech is responsible for assuring that the FDA required letter with preliminary results reaches the patient either at time of appointment or by mail. Also responsible for the printing and mailing of appointment reminders for annual mammograms. Assumes responsibility for the protection of themselves, the patient, and others by adhering to the prescribed safety standards. Practices ALARA.
Education:
Associates is requires. Bachelors is preferred Required.
Graduate of an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology.
Mammography registered/eligible (must pass Mammography registry within 6 months of
hire date).
Experience:
1 Year Mammography – Required
Knowledge of sterile technique and infection control.
License & Certification
National Certification – Required
ARRT certified, Mammography – Required
Core Job Functions:
Knowledgeable of Joint Commission, OSHA, FDA & ACR regulatory guidelines concerning the care of the breast imaging patient. Participates in quality improvement processes surrounding American College of Radiology Standards to achieve highest level of performance. Assures QA is performed as per guidelines and equipment is functioning properly prior to use.
Knowledgeable of Joint Commission, OSHA and ACR guidelines concerning care of the patient. Demonstrates knowledge of patients rights and required patient identification. Performs oversight of Registration process, staff scheduling and staff compliance with ALARA.
Knowledgeable of JC, OSHA, and ACR guidelines concerning the care of the patient. Demonstrates knowledge of proper aseptic technique, Universal Precautions, Time/Out, Read back/Verify and ALARA. Demonstrates knowledge of patients rights and use of required patient identification.
Timely transmission of images to PACS for MD reading/reporting. Requests outside images as needed. Maintains compliance with FDA, ACR, and MQSA requirements.
Provide excellent patient care as related to contrast administration policy. Compliant with use of PYXIS for medication access and verification.
Routine cleaning and maintenance of equipment is performed in accordance with manufacturer recommendation and department policy. Work orders involving equipment are entered promptly into the system. Staff education regarding care and operation of equipment is conducted annually and as needed.
Works with purchasing to insure that bi-annual physical inventory count is accurate. Notifies manager of inventory within 90 days of expiration. Insures that all ordering policies and procedures are followed by department personnel.
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