PRN Mammographer | Outpatient | Flexible Schedule
Vanderbilt University Medical Center · Nashville Metropolitan Area · 2 mo ago
HealthcarePart-time
Job Summary
The Mammographer performs diagnostic mammographic procedures in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures to ensure the best possible patient care services are delivered.
Key Responsibilities
- Performs all mammographic procedures and views according to established department protocols
- Performs all tasks associated with the proper execution of mammographic examination in accordance with the established department and hospital policies and procedures
- Performs appropriate volume of procedures according to patient load by shift
- Reviews exposed radiographs for proper positioning, techniques, and labeling (patient identification, date, and markers)
- Completes all documentation forms as required by department (completes incident forms and risk management forms in timely manner)
- Ensures that the images are delivered to viewing areas, film file room, or PACS system in a timely fashion
- F. Performs necessary cleaning of room, cassettes, and equipment and restocks work area
- Demonstrates correct and adequate anatomic positioning skills as well as complete working knowledge of radiographic equipment within assigned area
- Participates in all quality control and quality assurance initiatives
- Accepts assignments from supervisor in a positive manner; recognizes and performs duties that need to be accomplished although not routine
- Provides verbal education regarding procedure performed that is appropriate for age and level of learning to the patient/significant other
- Performs all assigned RIS transactions to ensure that accurate patient and procedure information is recorded in a timely fashion for the patient medical record and billing purposes
- Performs visual maintenance checks on all equipment used and reports all malfunctions to appropriate personnel
- Provides clear concise information regarding mechanical problems and service needs
- Records all equipment downtimes in department log and notifies appropriate personnel according to departmental procedures
- Communicates with hospital staff and physicians in the performance of diagnostic mammographic procedures to exchange pertinent patient information
- Aids in scheduling exams in courteous and efficient manner
- Communicates identified patient related problems using the appropriate chain of command
Technical Capabilities
- Performs excellent work
- Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality
- Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area
- Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring
- Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them
- Applies strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities
- Generates new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches
- Enthusiastically learns new technologies, tools, and procedures to address short-term challenges
- Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements
Position Qualifications
- Certifications: LIC-American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
- Licenses: O-Licensure
- Relevant Work Experience: 1 year
- Education: Graduate of an approved discipline specific program