Mammography Technologist

Status

Part time

36324 Advocate South Suburban Hospital
- Mammography

Part time

No

0

0.0 FTE Per Diem

$35.50 - $53.25

• Patient/Customer contact
  • 1)
    Introduce yourself to patient and explain the procedure to each patient
  • 2)
    Reassure the patient, consistently attempt to reduce anxiety, and obtain the cooperation of the patient.
  • 3)
    Attempt to understand the patients needs and anxieties and respond accordingly.
  • 4) Attempt to relate to each patients own individual physical condition and emotional needs and position accordingly.
• The performance of mammography services/exams at South Suburban Hospital.
  • 1)
    Perform all mammographic procedures/examinations using the appropriate radiographic techniques
  • 2)
    Position patients for routine and additional mammographic views, as requested by the reading radiologist
  • 3)
    Perform and document daily QC tests prior to performing exams on patients
  • 4)
    Examine requisition of each patient prior to beginning procedure for the purpose of verifying physician order; and screening vs. diagnostic exams
  • 5)
    Obtain and document pertinent history before procedure
  • 6)
    Screen and document possibility of pregnancy on all female patients of childbearing age
  • 7)
    Maintain supplies and cleanliness of assigned room on a daily basis
  • 8)
    Perform mammography screening exams at South Suburban Hospital. maintain mammographic and processing equipment; perform QC tests required before processing of patients exams.
• Performance of procedure and radiation safety
  • 1)
    Select proper paddle size and select appropriate mammographic views
  • 2)
    Position mammographic unit at proper height/angle to accommodate each patient's body habitus in order to produce good quality images
  • 3)
    Determine and apply the appropriate amount of compression for each patient
  • 4)
    Exhibit competence required in routine positioning and ability to adapt to varying patient conditions
  • 5)
    Determine the proper exposure factors to produce a good quality image
  • 6)
    Use bar code readers to begin and end all procedures. Make sure appropriate exam is charged.
  • 7)
    Demonstrate competence and proficiency using each mammographic unit at South Suburban Hospital.
  • 8)
    Label mammographic films according to department quality assurance standards and criteria
  • 9)
    Process knowledge/competency of daily operations, maintenance of mammography units, printers and physician's workstation and performance of daily and weekly QC tasks.
• Demonstrate knowledge of follow-up procedures, documentation of follow-up to assure continuation of care
  • 1)
    Update mammographic history for each patient, relay pertinent history to radiologist regarding each patient.
  • 2)
    Perform additional mammographic special views (spot compression, magnification views, etc.) as requested by the radiologist.
  • 3)
    When recommended by radiologist, refer patient to Ultrasound; coordinate patient exam with Ultrasound tech or explain follow-up procedure to patient.
  • 4)
    Update Mammography Exam Entry to assure recommended patient follow-up is recorded in Penrad.
  • 5)
    Maintain follow-up logs, communicate recommended follow-up to physician.
  • 6)
    Maintain patients files. Ensure patient's films/discs are stored correctly.
  • 7)
    Call patients that need to return for additional views. Document all calls to patients.
• Demonstrate willingness and ability to assist others.
  • 1)
    Assist radiologists in the performance of needle localizations and core biopsies.
  • 2)
    Assist other technologists with difficult patients as needed
  • 3)
    Assist in other areas such as transport, radiologists office or front desk when needed, in order to expedite the processing of a patient and the performance of a procedure
  • 4)
    Accept changes in work schedule or room assignment as necessary.
  • 5)
    Flexible in work schedule to accommodate the needs of the department; to accommodate scheduling of needle localization, cyst aspiration or needle biopsies
• Demonstrate knowledge of institutional policies regarding patient care, fire safety, infection control and QI plan. Review Department manuals and sign-off supplement
  • 1)
    Maintain annual CPR certification
  • 2)
    Operate all equipment in a safe manner
  • 3)
    Use Universal Precautions
  • 4) Maintain current IEMA and ARRT licensure.
  • 5)
    Obtain 5 C.E.U.'s annually, as required by MQSA/FDA

• Graduate of approved radiology technology school - 3 to 5 years radiographic experience

• Competent in use of hospital computer systems
  - General knowledge of x-ray equipment
• ARRT registered,…