Mammography Technologist

Role: Mammography Technologist
Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
Department: Radiology Imaging
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: M- F 8:00am - 4:30pm
Hours: 40 hours/week
Pay: $3000/week
Overtime: $80/hr.
Holiday: $80/hr.
Contract completion bonus: $1000

Job Description:
Operates mammography and ultrasound equipment to produce breast images. Assists Radiologist with breast cyst aspirations and needle localizations and any other special procedures required.

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs high - quality mammography according to Breast Center standards of performance.
• Utilizes radiation safety protection measures.
• Practices cleanliness to equipment and room.
• Correctly types all patient information into ID flasher systems.
• Documents on patient history sheet pertinent patient information such as scars, moles, location of lumps, etc.
• Knowledge of quality control procedures.
• Tracks exams in the Radiology Information Systems.
• Does four images/film at a minimum.
• Includes two magnification view/film and at least one transverse (marked \"transverse\").
• Checks all information on film: Patient's name, Patient's Number, Location of Noduled.
• Indicates if palpable on Patient History Form.
• Tracks exam in Radiology Information System.
• Treats everyone in a courteous and respectful manner.
• Greets patients with a smile.
• Does not discuss patient's condition in public.
• Handles customer complaints objectively and routes them properly.
• Does not display negative sentiments in front of patients.
• Attempts to expedite house patient tests.
• Explains test to patient; engages patient in brief conversation to relax her.
• Shows empathy for patient.
• Uses discretion when communicating with patients.
• Does not keep patient waiting while conducting personal conversations with fellow workers.
• Properly explains special procedures to patients obtains consent in accordance with hospital policy.
• Teaching done as needed includes BSE Video.
• Answers questions or refers patient to someone who can answer.
• Pamphlet / shower card.
• Follows cyst aspiration procedure.
• Follows needle localization protocol, which includes informing family of the progress of the procedure.
• Documents test and significant facts on the Patient History Form.
• Tracks exams in the Radiology Information System.
• Cooperation with radiologist in his/her request for additional studies.
• Assists Radiologist during core needle biopsies if applicable.
• Properly prepares all paperwork necessary before performing patient's mammogram.
• Obtains patient's signature on release form and then faxes for previous outside films.
• Answers phone using correct courteous manner.
• Credits/cancels in RIS.
• Properly uses RIS according to Breast Center protocol.
• Provides for mobility of patient through any needed physical through any needed physical assistance.
• Speaks distinctly to patient.
• Maintains patient's privacy.
• Aware of patient loss of strength and flexibility.
• Attempts to reduce patient's anxiety and fears.

Required Skills & Experience:
-1 year exp. in Mammography.
-Knowledge and skill of operation of mammography equipment and ultrasound equipment to produce quality examinations.

• Knowledge of sterile technique.
• 15 C.E. hours in Mammography required.

Required Education:
-Graduation from ARRT accredited Radiologic Technology school.
-If licensed after April 28, 1999 must have documentation of 40 hours of specific training in mammography including but not limited to: Breast Anatomy and Physiology, positioning and compression, quality assurance/quality control techniques and imaging of patients with breast implants.
-Documentation of 25 mammograms performed under direct supervision -8 hours of mammography training specific to digital and tomosynthesis mammography
-15 mammography specific CEU’s in the last 3 years

Certifications & Licenses:    
ARRT
BLS
Certified Mammographer
If licensed after April 28, 1999 must have documentation of 40 hours of specific training