Mammography Technologist
- $2,950 to $3,000 Weekly
- Medical
- Contractor
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
Established since 1996 to primarily provide Staffing Solutions, Software Development, Business Process Outsourcing and RPO Solution.
Address
INSYST INC
Cincinnati, OHIndustry
Healthcare
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