Mammographer

Overview

Operates radiologic equipment and performs mammography procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis of disease. Assists with duties and projects assigned by Coordinator, Manager or Director. Depending on site assigned, may also be required to perform radiographer job duties. Works as part of a multidisciplinary team, serving on committees and participating in projects as requested, taking a lead role as assigned. Provides advanced clinical expertise and staff level leadership to the department.

• 1.0 FTE/80 Hours Biweekly

• Day Hours: 7:30-4, 8:00-4:30, or 8:30-5

• Location: Crystal Lake, IL

Mercyhealth is committed to offering our partners a best place to work and continually evaluates new programs and benefits. We have been recognized locally, regionally and nationally for helping our workers achieve a work/life balance through benefit offerings and innovative programs. Our unique workplace Culture of Excellence is built upon:

• Employee engagement, empowerment and growth

• Teamwork toward our common goal - providing exceptional health care services with a passion for making lives better

• An atmosphere of caring and quality that cascades throughout the organization

Responsibilities

• Assists the department coordinator by providing clinical leadership; completes projects, advanced level clinical duties as assigned.

• Performs breast imaging procedures.

• Corroborates patient's clinical history with procedure, ensuring information is documented and available for use by the radiologist.

• Prepares the patient for procedures, providing instruction to obtain desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize anxiety.

• Selects and operates imaging equipment, image capture devices and accessory devices to successfully perform procedures.

• Positions patient to best demonstrate anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability and comfort.

• Immobilizes patients as required for appropriate examination, explaining the need for breast compression during mammography.

• Determines exposure factors.

• Applies principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.

• Evaluates images for technical quality, ensuring proper identification is recorded.

• Uses radiology information systems, including PACS, completes all required records and reports, and submits images for physician review and interpretation.

• Assumes responsibility for provision of physical and psychological needs of patients during procedures.

• Verifies informed consent for interventional procedures as required.

• Assists radiologist and physicians during procedures, performs breast specimen radiography as assigned.

• Practices aseptic technique as necessary.

• If assigned to perform radiographer duties:

• Prepares and administers contrast media as appropriate to procedures performed;

• Performs non-interpretive fluoroscopic procedures under physician supervision and in compliance with policy.

• Performs surgical and portable radiographic exams.

• Initiates basic life support action when necessary.

• Provides patient education.

• Provides input for supply and equipment decisions, maintains control of inventory and supplies.

• Assumes responsibility for assigned area, reports equipment malfunction.

• Provides practical instruction for students and partners.

• Observes universal protocol, standard precautions, and appropriate patient identifiers.

• Applies principles of patient safety during all aspects of radiographic and mammographic procedures, including assisting and transporting patients.

• Prepares schedules, obtains and reviews previous mammograms, makes follow-up calls, and performs other tasks as assigned.

• Completes forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed in accordance with MQSA.

• Utilizes appropriate scripting, barriers and patient identifiers. Working knowledge of PACS.

• Performs DEXA

Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations:

Quality

• Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.

Service

• Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.

Partnering

• Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.

Cost

• Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.

Education and Experience

Graduate of an accredited radiography program.

3 years' experience as a Mammography Tech required.

Certification and Licensure

ARRT Radiography registration required,

ARRT Mammography certification required

IEMA-DNS radiography accreditation required if working in Illinois

WI-DSPS radiographer license required if working in Wisconsin

Approved CPR or BLS certification required

Skills and Abilities

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Internet software; Order processing systems and Word Processing software.

Special Physical Demands

The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Function of the position with or without accommodations.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Level of Supervision

N/A

Supervises

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.