Mammography Technologist

Mammography Technologist needed to support hospital system in Craig, Colorado. '...Responsible for the quality and efficient completion of radiologic procedures for diagnostic interpretation. They are responsible for providing patient education, quality patient care, and meeting all regulatory compliance.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES
Supervisory-Specific Performance Expectations, Duties, and · Responsible for the daily operation of the women’s health section of radiology.
· Responsible for suggesting changes in procedures, policies, and quality improvement, as well as coordinating training and development in breast imaging specialties.
· Adheres to all FDA guidelines for the mammography section.
· Maintains appropriate records for all accreditation processes and inspections.
· Maintains the structured reporting system to ensure accurate audit reporting, statistical tracking, and resolution of workflow issues.
· Ensures completion of daily QA and preventative maintenance scheduling.
· Demonstrates advanced knowledge of Mammography imaging procedures
· Performs all exams based on Imaging Department Protocols or protocols the exam with the Radiologist.
· Practices radiation safety, adhering to ALARA standards.
· Ability to operate equipment consistent with the manufacturer’s recommendations.
· Troubleshoots equipment problems and independently calls a service engineer if the malfunction needs outside maintenance.
· Verifies exam orders, identifies the patient through two means of identification, and provides exam education.
· Reviews and documents the patient’s medical history, obtains required informed consent, and ensures all necessary paperwork and prior studies are complete and available before submitting procedures for Radiologist interpretation.
· Maintains accurate patient records in EHR, including charging for procedures and supplies...'

Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technologist program.

ARRT registration in Radiology (R) and Mammography (M).

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (or must obtain within 90 days of hire or transfer)

EXPERIENCE

Preferred

Two (2) years prior experience as a practicing Radiologic Technologist, CT, and MRI technologist.

Cross-trained into other modalities, including, but not limited to: CT, MRI, and DEXA.

Experience with electronic records, including PACS and RIS/HIS.