Mammography Technologist, PRN, Outpatient

Ft Jesse Imaging Center/Gale Keeran Center for Women  is currently seeking an experienced  Mammography Technologist  for a  PRN  position at our outpatient imaging center located in  Normal, IL  JOB SUMMARY  :
Under the direction of the Radiology Medical Director, the Mammography technologist:
Performs breast imaging procedures and related techniques, producing data at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed independent practitioner.
Ensures services are performed in a safe environment in accordance with established guidelines and regulatory requirements.
Serves as part of the imaging center team and seeks as well as provides feedback for improved clinical practice.
Receives, relays, and documents verbal, written, and electronic orders in the patient's medical record.
Corroborates patient's clinical history with physician's order and procedure, ensuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed independent practitioner. Evaluates images for technical quality, ensuring proper identification is recorded.
Provides education to patients, as well as students and other health care providers.
Performs ongoing quality assurance activities.
Identifies, prepares, positions patient, and competently performs procedure by using established Mammography protocols or as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner for diagnostic interpretation or intervention, to achieve the highest quality image.
Provides or assists with physical breast inspection or palpation.
Maintains archival storage of digital data as appropriate.
Assists in maintaining supply inventory.
As required, instructs students and residents and performs preceptor duties as necessary.
Establishes ownership of clinical area by taking pride in appearance and readiness of exam rooms, equipment, and supplies.
Participates in performance improvement activities.
Demonstrates consistent use of AIDET (Acknowledge patient, Introduce yourself, provide Duration/timeline for test, Explain the test, & Thank them for choosing our center) and HEAL ( Hear them out, Empathize, Apologize, & Leap into action to solve) when interacting with patients/customers.
Takes the initiative to help other modalities/areas of the Imaging Center as assigned or when work load/area allows.
Up to 5 years experience as a Mammography Technologist

Must have a minimum Associates Degree in Radiology or be a graduate of an accredited two-year radiology program.

Must be registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiography and maintain current valid registration from ARRT. Mammo advanced registration through ARRT is required upon hire for IDTF centers. Skill in operation of Mammography equipment as well as applicable ancillary equipment.
Demonstrates understanding of human cross-sectional anatomy, physiology, pathology, radiopharmacology, and medical terminology.
Knowledge of computer applications, including information and billing systems, keyboard input, digital archiving, and retrieving of data.
Jesse Imaging Center & Gale Keeran Center for Women offers a full range of diagnostic and screening radiology services. Our primary mission is to offer affordable medical imaging without compromising expertise or a compassionate experience.
Serving patients in over 60+ communities in 19 states, OIA is an imaging center management & development operation that is committed to delivering an affordable diagnostic imaging option without compromising customer convenience, care, technology or results. We are always recruiting for talented individuals who are dedicated to excellent patient care and the highest level of customer service.

Employment Type:

Full Time