Mammography Tech

As a member of the health-care provider team, he/she works directly with the patient and physician, performing a variety of specialized tasks involved in the performance of Mammography and bone density exams. The Technologist will also be responsible for any preparations or consents needed for Ultrasound or MRI patients.  The Technologist must know the principles of x-ray and radiation safety, the operation of many types of equipment, the technique of obtaining specific radiographic exposures, image processing, and the professional handling and care of patients.  The Technologist performs these procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision.  They use independent judgment and initiative in appropriately applying the prescribed ionization radiation for Radiologic diagnosis.

The job description is to be used as a guideline only and may not incorporate all functions of the job; education and experience outlines are ideal qualifications/assets but do not necessarily reflect the requirements of the position.

____    Ensures that practice is confined to the Scope of Practice as defined by ARRT.

____    Prepares the room properly for the patient.

____    Briefs the patient on the nature of the procedure and explains what they will be doing   and what they will be asking the patient to do.

____    Positions patients for all exams using immobilization and protective equipment as 

            deemed necessary by ARRT.

____    Observe patient’s during the examination.

____    Selects and operates the equipment according to the examination protocols and the 

            characteristics of the equipment.

____    Provides radiation protection in accordance with ALARA.

____    Practices sterile technique to prevent cross contamination.

____    Ensures that all exams requiring consent forms are completed prior to the examination.

____    Ensures that the proper patient’s name and other required information is on the data     page.

____    Evaluate examinations for technical quality, marker placement, and correct hanging    protocol before sending to PACS; repeating if necessary.

____    Transmit to PACS/tempPACS/vRad.

____    Transports patients to and from the department.  

____    Assists other technologists/staff with patient lifting and transport.

____    Ensures that all established protocols are followed.

____    Schedule patients for procedures in Cerner; ensuring that Medical Necessity is attained.

____    Registering/Ordering patients in Cerner, Meditech  and ensuring to give the radiologist as much history as possible.

____    Prior to day of exam, ensure order is available and call patient to confirm appointment.

____    Assures Radiology reports are faxed/filed in a timely manner.

____    Reviews report for any critical findings, alerting nursing staff/resident/physician if needed.

____    Maintaining an orderly and clean work area.

____    Conducting the required inventory check of the examination rooms and stocking rooms when needed. When getting supplies from Materials management, ensure Requisition is done promptly.

____    QA testing of machine and bone density

____    Completing of correct exams in Cerner Millennium and notifying management when changes need to be made.

____    Provide orientation and training to new technologists.

____    Assist with the education /training of new physicians (interns, residents, attending, 

ER).

____    Provide care for the psychological and physical needs of patients for all examinations.

____    Act in a team leader capacity on a routine basis.

____   Insures that all infection control precautions are adhered to.

____   Makes sure that all equipment is clean and in good working condition.

____    Maintains patient confidentiality.

____   Demonstrates a positive attitude.

____    Ensures technologist is available to patients/clinic/nursing when needed throughout all shifts. Including but not limited to returning patient/nursing/physician phone calls if a voice mail is received.

____   Dresses and conducts themselves in a professional and courteous manner at all times.

____   Keeps absenteeism and tardiness at a minimum and is available for extra time and duties when needed.

____    Perform other related duties incidental to the work therein.

____    Performs additional duties as requested by the Supervisor.

____    Performs all procedures and conducts oneself in accordance with the NCMC Policies and Procedures Manual.

____    Compliant with all regulations as listed in the NCMC Employee Handbook.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

·         Integrity – Accepts accountability for problems and errors without excuses or blaming others Truthful in all dealings and communications, internally and externally. Fair with employees, customers, suppliers and investors.

·         Respectfulness – Treats everyone with respect and courtesy; value the unique qualities and needs of individuals and committed to understanding and appreciating the diversity of cultures, opinions, and experiences of others.

·         Teamwork – Works effectively with co-workers as a team; mentor and provide technical knowledge to co-workers; and demonstrate good attendance.

·         Accountability – Makes all patients and customers a priority and attend to their needs immediately

·         Professionalism – Knows how to perform your job, demonstrates a willingness to learn, demonstrates effective interpersonal interactions 

Completion of an AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology.

Degrees, Licensure, and/or certification:

ARRT certification in Radiology 

IV certification if applicable

Contrast credentialed, if applicable.  

Knowledge:      BLS certified

Skills and abilities:     Demonstrates proficiency in all protocols at facility.  

Reads and comprehends complex instructions, lengthy correspondence, and memos; Writes simple to complex correspondence; Presents information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees effectively.

Adds, subtracts, multiplies, and divides in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; Computes rate, ratio, and percent.

Applies common sense understanding to carry out detailed, written or oral instructions; Deals with problems involving some variables in standardized situations.