Job Summary
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RAYUS Radiology is seeking a Mammography Technologist to join our team. We are redefining radiology by highlighting its vital role as a first step in diagnosis and effective treatment. Join us and shine brighter together! As a Mammography Technologist, you will operate specialized equipment to capture diagnostic images of patients. With a patient-focused approach, you will deliver mammography services that meet professional standards while providing outstanding customer care. Patients come to our centers seeking answers, and you will support them through this sometimes challenging experience by clearly explaining each step and addressing their questions and concerns about the exam process. This is a per diem position with varying shifts
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
(90%) Patient Mammography Imaging
- Screens patient before exam for any precautions or contradictions pertaining to examination, using two patient identifiers to ensure correct patient and procedure
- Explains and prepares patients for mammography imaging procedures by describing the process, positioning patients to ensure accurate imaging of the targeted body areas, and providing support throughout the exam.
- Performs routine and advanced Mammography imaging procedures on designated portions of the body for use by physicians in the diagnosing and treating of patient illness and/or injury with minimal amount of supervision or repeats scanned, while providing patient support by talking to patients throughout procedure
- Adjusts Mammography scan parameters correctly and as needed, utilizing dose reduction techniques as appropriate
- Follows physicians' orders precisely, conforms to safety regulations, and accurately maintains patient records within Radiology Information System (RIS)
- Maintains an orderly and clean work area including equipment promoting good safety habits for patients and co-workers
- Ensures the ACR toolkit is up-to-date and that all accreditation standards are consistently met.
(5%) Mammography Department Support
- Helps keep the imaging protocol manual current and supports software upgrade processes.
- Monitors medical supply inventory and requests supplies as necessary
- Assists with training of new associates, providing resource and technical expertise, as applicable
(5%) Completes other tasks as assigned
