Mammography Technician

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The Mammography Technologist performs radiographic procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. This position performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgement, with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis. Produces diagnostic quality images according to radiology practice standards under the supervision of the staff radiologists.

Day to Day

Provides clinical services according to radiology practice standards to ensure optimal department functions:

• Demonstrates skills and knowledge in use of all mammography equipment and performance of all mammography, needle localization and biopsy procedures.

• Demonstrates a satisfactory working knowledge of PACS/RIS.

• Demonstrates knowledge in evaluating. Provides and performs training in accordance to the hospital policies and procedures, federal, state, and local regulations.

• Assess and evaluate the trainee and provide feedback to the Radiology Manager.

Administers sound patient care practices according to department and hospital policies and procedures, to ensure the safety of the patient:

• Communicates effectively with patient to obtain clinical history/informed consent from patient or patient's chart to assist the physician in optimizing the performance and interpretation of the examination and communicates this information to the radiologist.

Maintains equipment, exam rooms and work areas in a neat and safe condition, to ensure the safety of the patients and employees:

• Checks and inspects the suite, equipment and accessories daily for physical or mechanical hazards.

• Troubleshoots malfunctions, immediately reports dangerous conditions to the appropriate person.

• Maintains work area in a clean orderly fashion.

• Checks stock supply levels, maintains supplies at par level and displays an effort in supply maintenance and utilization.

• Cleans and disinfects equipment. Maintains supply of linen in the room.

Maintains quality control checks in accordance with policy requirements:

• Participates in department QC and PI programs, follows up on all deficiencies.

• Maintains proper sterile technique for procedures, practices aseptic techniques and always washes hands before and after each patient contact.

• Strictly adheres to the hospital policy on body substance isolation.

• Always wears film badge white on duty, follows departmental procedures for badge results.

Demonstrates magnetic safety for patients, staff and self as outlined in department protocols and regulatory guidelines, to ensure the safety of the patients and staff:

• Recognizes emergent situations and responds appropriately.

• Observes and monitors patient's vital signs.

• Monitors medical equipment attached to the patient during the radiographic procedure.

Completes ancillary tasks to ensure efficient and consistent departmental operations:

• Performs routine clerical duties as assigned.

The Must Haves:

Required:

• Associates Degree or two-year certification program in Radiologic Technology or equivalent (including training from United States Armed Forces).

• Basic Life Support/CPR

• State Lic. Radiology Techs

• Certified in Mammography

Preferred:

• Natl. Cert. Radiology Techs

The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

WORK SHIFT:

Variable Hours (United States of America)

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• Deliver healthcare with heart.

• Give people a reason to smile.

• Put a little love in your work.

• Be honest and real, but with compassion.

• Bring some lagniappe into everything you do.

• Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care.

• See opportunities, not problems - it's all about perspective.

• Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other.

• Love what makes you, you - because we do

You are welcome here.

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

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