Mammography Tech 1

As a PRN Float Mammography Technologist, you will provide essential coverage throughout the Greater Austin Region, helping ensure patients maintain timely access to breast cancer screening and diagnostic services. This position supports mammography departments during PTO, vacancies, onboarding, training periods, and other staffing needs.

Greater Austin Region (GAR): You will float throughout the GAR, which includes Austin, Buda, Cedar Park, Georgetown, Hutto, Kyle, Lago Vista, Lakeway, Leander, Manor, Pflugerville, Round Rock, Taylor, and Westlake. Reliable transportation and willingness to travel are important.

PRN Requirements: At least 1 shift per week or 4 shifts every 4 weeks; Mondays and Fridays preferred. Shifts can be removed 7 days prior, but the minimum requirements must be met. Shift times vary by department. For training, 3-5 shifts per week are preferred to fully onboard to the team and the role.

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health, we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott & White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well. Our core values are:

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Responsibilities

The Mammography Technologist I, under a Radiologist's supervision, performs Breast Imaging procedures on patients as requested by a physician or licensed provider for disease and injury diagnosis following established protocols. Essential functions include:

• Performs high-quality Breast Imaging procedures according to exam protocol, in a timely manner.
• Maintains production and quality of imaging procedures by following established standards and procedures.
• Utilizes AIDET to communicate with patients. Identifies patient service needs. Ensures the correct exam is performed on the correct patient. Establishes rapport with patients and others. Instructs and communicates with patients and their family about the test. Assesses the patient's ability to tolerate the exam.
• Prepares the patient and area for the procedure. Positions the patient, adjusts immobilization devices, and moves equipment into position. Adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors.
• Protects patients and employees by following safety, infection-control, drug, and radiation policies, protocols, and techniques. Uses proper sterile techniques for invasive multimodality procedures and maintains hand hygiene.
• Maintains equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards. Works with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal equipment operation. Reports issues to management or the appropriate department. Assists in maintaining supplies inventory.
• Ensures people are safe to enter the department by screening them according to approved policies and procedures.
• Obtains, verifies, and maintains all relevant documentation, including requisition/chart, patient history, pregnancy status, shielding precautions, and consent forms.
• Maintains medical imaging records in the appropriate system and according to department policies and standards for interpretation in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Able to perform high-quality Breast Imaging procedures according to exam protocol in a timely manner.
• Able to explain the procedure and put patients at ease.
• Able to provide services quickly, accurately, and cost-efficiently, complying with established System and regulatory standards, policies, and procedures.
• Able to perform tasks exclusively without the need for routine oversight.
• Able to stay calm and helpful during stress. Takes reasonable steps to resolve issues.
• Able to effectively administer first aid and use an emergency cart.
• Ensures customer satisfaction by limiting wait times and providing courteous service. Remains professional, reviews patient satisfaction scores, and develops action plans when needed.
• Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge, education, and skills for appropriate care of newborns, pediatric, young adults, adults, and geriatrics.
• Able to serve as a preceptor by providing quality training to new team members and on new services and initiatives.
• Able to take call, if required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an Accredited Program
• ARRT-M Mammography Certification (ARRT-M)

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued, and supported.