Mammography Tech (Part-time)
Chesapeake Regional Healthcare · Chesapeake, VA · 2 wk ago
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About the role
The Mammography Technologist is responsible for the maintenance and quality of patient care on a continuing basis for the Mammography department and throughout the organization.
Responsibilities
- Produce a variety of high-quality radiographs through proper positioning and technique
- Perform visual preventative safety inspections and report dangerous department or equipment conditions to the appropriate personnel; communicate equipment malfunctions and low inventory levels to the Operations Manager
- Utilize all assigned functions of the Radiology Information Computer System (RIGS); utilize the hospital computer system to enter radiology and laboratory orders, charges, and/or credits
- Practice radiation safety in accordance with department policies
- Follow NRC and State regulations for radiation safety and keep exposure "ALARA"
- Confirm patient identity prior to procedure via verbal communication on outpatients and/or identification bands on inpatients
- Perform procedures as the schedule requires and rotate calls as needed
- Attend required hospital-wide orientations, meetings, and in-services
- Demonstrate a commitment to flexible work scheduling when necessary to ensure patient care
- Reports to Mammography Lead/Director; may receive work assignments from Radiologists, Administrative Director, and other Clinical Leads; no supervisory responsibilities
Qualifications
- Education: Minimum Required Education – Successful completion of an accredited Radiologist Technology program; Preferred Education – Not applicable
- Experience: Prior experience as a Registered Technologist is preferred, but will consider new graduates
- Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must be ARRT registered; Certified in Mammography within 12 months of date of hire; BLS required