Mammographer I Arlington Location

About the role

Operates radiologic equipment to make clinical diagnostic X-ray films as directed by physicians and performs routine diagnostic procedures.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of practice for the radiographer and competency in diagnostic procedures.
• Provides documentation of individual patient care according to history and clinical information on mammogram requests and quality assurance documentation as directed.
• Explains appropriately the rationale of mammography procedures to patients.
• Recognizes changes in patient status and appropriately communicates to nurse and/or doctor.
• Selects proper technical factors on an individual patient basis by use of a technique chart to produce quality mammograms.
• Exhibits a working knowledge of principles, practice and procedures involved in the operation of mammography equipment.
• Anticipates and recognizes safety hazards, legal liabilities and intervenes through appropriate channels.
• Provides and promotes quality care in accordance with office policies and procedures.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with co-workers, patients and other employees of the department and office.
• Recognizes individual accountability for and participates in cost containment goals of the department and office.
• Demonstrates continuous self-improvement through utilization of knowledge gained in clinical experience in mammography.
• Participates in in-service education, staff meetings and other continuing education programs to maintain optimal technical knowledge.
• Participates in continuing education and in-services outside Physicians East, P.A. office for 15 hours of continuing education every three years specific to mammography and a total of 24 hours every two years for radiology.
• Exhibits ability to problem solve, prioritize and evaluate patient care activities.
• Provides a role model for peers and other health care personnel.
• Adheres to department and office policies.
• Affords support to new staff.
• Performs procedures requiring independent judgement with ingenuity and initiative.
• Evaluates equipment breakdowns and assesses the need for service.
• Responsible for quality control of mammograms processed.
• Responsible for charging procedures performed.
• Adheres to the mammography protocol for screening and diagnostic mammograms as determined by the PE Board of Directors.
• Maintains area and equipment in a clean and orderly fashion.
• Attends safety classes and other continuing education classes as offered by Physicians East, P.A.
• Maintains yearly CPR certification.

Requirements

• Must have AA degree in Radiologic Technology and RTR certification.
• Must have completed mammography course and be registered in Mammography.
• High-energy person who enjoys working as part of a team.
• One to two years of experience is preferred.

Qualifications

None specified.

Skills

None specified.

Benefits

None specified.

Pay

Not specified.

Schedule

FT/PT/Temp/PRN role based at our Greenville (other) location, Monday-Friday, 8a.m. – 5 p.m. Overtime may be required to ensure patients are taken care, tasks are completed, and calls are returned in a timely manner. Weekend work is rare but can occasionally be necessary.