Mammographer Technologist

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Job Summary

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Must be flexible with work hours to meet department needs.

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Must be dependable, accountable and cooperative.

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Assists with providing safe, age appropriate care to the patient by performing all exams provided by the department according to department procedures.

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Has the knowledge and ability to properly and safely obtain a quality diagnostic study.

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Responsible for performing various technical procedures requiring independent judgement, ingenuity and initiative in the utilization of the equipment for the diagnosis and/or treatment of diseases.

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Able to independently perform job functions.

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Sets up the equipment to provide imaging service and positions patient for the procedure.

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Must maintain minimum FDA/MQSA requirements for continuing education, experience and equipment.

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Able to document results of QC/QA accurately and timely on approved ACR or OEM forms.

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Keeps abreast of new rules and regulations set forth by ACR and/or FDA/MQSA.

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Must be primary QC tech at facility, performing at least the required QC at the facility.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

Maintains Quality Control Program

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Perform daily quality control functions for Selenia and Dimensions units per FDA & ACR regulations.

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Document daily quality control results and notify supervisor of any abnormal findings or concerns.

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Perform monitor and phantom testing for satellite facilities read at the Kennestone location.

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Report all repairs to Medical Imaging Biomed.

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Report quarterly repeat rates.

Maintain Quality Assurance Program

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Maintain all credentials for technologists, radiologists and physicist according to FDA and ACR guidelines.

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Prepare for annual ACR & FDA inspection.

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Prepare for ACR inspections.

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Work with physicist to remain knowledgeable of new and current regulations.

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Gather peer review information for radiologists and system.

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Assure all physicist recommendations are corrected within 30 days.

Tracking and Observation

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Utilize current tracking system for data collecting statistics.

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Perform mock surveys.

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Communicate all safety concerns and participate in performance Improvement opportunities.

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Assure all physician and patient letters are mailed out within 30 days.

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Work closely with the Interventional nurse and tech extender for patient tracking.

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Assist with pending work reports to assure timely interpretations.

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Assist Radiologist with statistics.

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Build tumor board roster in PACS.

Assist in other modalities and/or locations as needed

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Assist other satellite facilities that need QC/QA guidance.

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Understands pre and post procedural care.

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Demonstrates and understands sterile technique.

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Assist patients with education and reducing anxiety.

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Attends departmental meetings giving updates and presentations regarding stats and PI activities.

Meets Service Recovery and Customer Service Guidelines as needed

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Ability to work in a tracking system environment.

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Provides privacy for patients, family members and customers.

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Utilizes appropriate AIDET techniques.

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Assist Outcomes Department with clinical information regarding patients.

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Direct patients with financial concerns to the appropriate department.

Other Responsibilities

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education:

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Graduate of AMA approved School of Radiology Technology

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):

All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.

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ARRT-R - ARRT Radiography

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ARRT-M - ARRT Mammography

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BLS - Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor

Additional License(s) and Certification(s):

Required Minimum Experience:

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Minimum 1 year of experience as a Mammography Tech Required

Required Minimum Skills:

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Competent in all aspects of Mammography, patient positioning, exposure factors and radiation protection.

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Must have an understanding of anatomy and pathology as to how they affect the quality of a procedure.

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Competent to perform all quality control / quality assurance tests based on ACR recommendations and OEM recommendations.

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Able to document results of QC/QA accurately and timely on approved ACR or OEM forms.

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Keeps abreast of new rules and regulations set forth by ACR and/or FDA/MQSA.

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Must exhibit excellent communication skills because this position requires frequent verbal and written communications with: physicians, patients, visitors, departmental staff and nursing staff.

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The employee obtains, presents and discusses clinical information regarding job responsibilities on a routine basis.

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Candidate must be able to explain or give directions to maintain goodwill, and obtain cooperation with all contacts.

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Must possess the ability to function independently and under pressure while still actively participating in a team environment.

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Position requires the employee to exhibit excellent customer service skills at all times.

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Must be able to perform effectively in a stressful and fast paced work environment.

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Must have the ability to prioritize appropriately.

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Must be detail oriented and have the capacity to effectively multitask throughout the work shift.

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Must have excellent communication skills and the capacity to interact professionally with a variety of customers, including but not limited to patients, families, co-workers, volunteers, and physicians throughout the work shift.

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Must possess the ability to function independently, yet productively as a cooperative team member with various work teams associated with the position.

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Must be compliant, with a willingness to follow all Hospital policies as well as the established practices, protocols and procedures of the position, Department and applicable professional standards.

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Competent in all aspects of Mammography, patient positioning, exposure factors and radiation protection.

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Must have an understanding of anatomy and pathology as to how they affect the quality of a procedure.

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