Mammography Technologist - Outpatient

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** Job Description
**** Mammography Technologist
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* Job Title:

Per Diem Mammography Tech
Department:
Imaging
** Essential Job functions**:
* Produces quality mammography images for interpretation.
* Assumes responsibility for patient safety by utilizing proper exposure and protective measures.
* Educates and explains procedures to patients.
* Follows appropriate departmental protocol for procedures unless otherwise specified by the Radiologist.
* Obtains and documents, patient history and pertinent information.
* Insures proper identification of patient and patient demographics in PACS.
* Communicates with attending Radiologists and verifies provider orders.
* Adheres to infection control standards specific to patient care.
* Prioritizes and organizes work assignments and adjusts priorities, based on changing business situations.
* Operates medical imaging equipment properly and safely.
* Demonstrates awareness of Radiation Safety Procedures for self and others.
* Ensure equipment is in acceptable condition by conducting routine quality control checks.
* Follows department protocols in the production of screening and diagnostic mammograms.
* Follows regulatory guidelines and performs QA/QC as mandated by ACR/ MQSA.
* Follows mammography procedures for needle localizations and stereotactic biopsies as required.
** General

Job functions:

*** Demonstrate knowledge and compliance of safety, OSHA, and HIPPA regulations.
* Must be organized, self-motivated and efficient while working well with others in a team setting.
* Must always deliver compassionate patient care with satisfaction a priority.
* Must adhere to ALARA principles  while delivering quality, safe patient imaging at all times.
* Maintains a safe, clean, and orderly work environment.
* Other job duties as required.
* Attends departmental meetings as required.
** Education, Certification, Computer and Training Requirements:
*** Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program
* Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologies (ARRT) (R) required
* Advanced registry in Mammography, (M), required
* Must have current NJ State Radiographer License in good standing.
* Current BLS certification is required.
* 2+ years’ experience performing Mammography required.
* The ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
* Must be familiar with and utilize an Electronic Medical Record System, RIS and PACS System.

The following outlines the requirements for per diem technologists:
* Per diem Technologists will typically be needed for 4 shifts within a 6-week scheduling grid.
* 2 or more of those shifts will occur during the weekend.
* Must work at least one Holiday per year.
* Locations are subject to change.
* Location preference will be taken into consideration; however, technologists will be scheduled according to staffing needs.
* Once shifts are accepted and assigned, it becomes the responsibility of technologist to get coverage, if adequate notice is not given.
* All shift trades or drop requests are subject to manager approval.#
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