PRN Mammography Technologist

About the role

Join Cleveland Clinic and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital is a proud Magnet Hospital awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, the highest honor an organization can receive for professional nursing practice. Here, you will work alongside a dedicated team of caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career.

Responsibilities

• Operate a mammography unit to produce images of the breasts for diagnostic purposes under the direction of a physician.
• Explain the procedure to patients, position and immobilize the patient’s breast in the unit, and observe the scanning process.
• Monitor the video display of the area being scanned and adjust the density or contrast to improve picture quality.
• Review and evaluate the film or image recording plate to determine if the images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes.
• Use radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and ensure the safety of patients and caregivers.
• Review mammography requisition and computer exam forms to determine the type of exam required.
• Accurately position patients, determine the exposure factors, and operate mammography equipment according to established procedures to obtain a high-quality image.
• Review processed images to determine quality and the need for additional images.
• Educate patients regarding procedures, equipment, and the exam to ensure understanding and cooperation.
• Ensure patients' safety and comfort during and after the exam.
• Acquire, archive, transmit, and print images via CAD and PACS.
• Complete after-hours transmission of images and appropriate paperwork.
• Report any malfunctions to help desk and PACS Administrator.
• Process billing via RIS.
• Assist with all policies and procedures required by local, state, and federal law, and with compliance or credentialing bodies (ACR, MQSA, Medicare, Medicaid, FDA, etc.).
• Assist with instrument calibration and records to ensure compliance with quality assurance requirements.
• Perform equipment checks to assure proper function and notify clinical engineering of any equipment malfunctions.
• Ensure exam rooms are adequately supplied with linen and related medical supplies.
• Provide teaching and mentoring to new hires and students.
• Strive to learn new technical information and skills through attendance of periodic in-service programs and participation in professional affiliation sessions.
• Rotate through all diagnostic imaging modalities, sites, and/or locations.

Requirements

Minimum qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
• Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists – R.T.(R) (ARRT), in good standing.
• Certification in Mammography: R.T.(R) (M) (ARRT).
• Current state licensure (RL) required prior to employment.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) OR the American Red Cross.
• Successful completion of 40 hours