Mammography Technologist, Breast Imaging, Full Time, First Shift

About the role

The Mammography Technologist will obtain the highest quality mammograms following the ACR/FDA requirements. They will also engage in population appropriate communication, giving clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment, involving family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment, and continuing care of the patient. They will recognize and respond appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems, interpret population-related data, and plan care accordingly.

Responsibilities

• Engages in population appropriate communication.
• Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment.
• Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment, and continuing care of the patient.
• Identifies and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems.
• Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately.
• Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from unique psychological needs or those associated with religious/cultural norms.
• Performs mammographic and DEXA procedures in accordance with established protocols.
• Explains procedures to patients.
• Prepares images, prior studies, and paperwork including patient history and location of previous films.
• Sets up studies for radiologists for interpretation.
• Faxes release forms to appropriate facilities for release of previous mammograms.
• Follows up on received films in a timely manner.
• Digitizes images and ensures they are available for radiologists in Dx Secure View.
• Maintains appropriate records and supplies.
• Assists with meeting all requirements for different accreditations.
• Participates in continuing education activities related to the field of Mammography.
• Obtains and maintains required licensure.
• Demonstrates and maintains skill in providing care for patients of specific age groups, such as adult and geriatric, through in-service and continuing education.
• Performs evaluative equipment tests and participates in Quality Assurance program.
• Qualifies patients for funding programs.
• Maintains records of results.
• Tracks grant funds.
• Tracks patient results and notifies appropriate parties to ensure proper follow-up is obtained.
• Does all follow-up of abnormal mammograms including calling patients to schedule return appointments.

Qualifications

• Completion of JRCERT approved program in Radiologic Technology or an Associate of Science Degree in Radiology Technology.
• Registered as a Radiologic Technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology.
• Must obtain Advanced certification in mammography within 12 months of start date.
• Current licensure by the State of Ohio.
• Minimum Required: 0-1 years of experience. Prefer experience in mammography but will train.