Part-Time
Mammography Technologist
University of Miami
No salary listed
Company Does Not Provide H1B Sponsorship
Deerfield Beach, FL, USA
In Person
Category
 Medical, Clinical & Veterinary (1) |
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Requirements
- Education: High School diploma or equivalent education required. Graduate of a Radiologic Technology program accredited by an agency recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
- License: ARRT registered. Must possess current and valid State of Florida License as a General Radiographer. (State of Florida Limited/Basic License Holders is not acceptable).
- ARRT certification in primary modality required within 12 months of hire.
- CPR certification required.
- Experience: Minimum one (1) year of relevant experience preferred. Will consider new graduates from accredited schools.
Responsibilities
- Obtains and examines the order for a Mammography scan to be aware of information such as procedures requested, patient’s condition and any other special notes or comments.
- Ensures that orders are appropriate to the type of exam recommended by physician. Notifies supervisor of any discrepancies and/or contacts physician’s office for correct orders if necessary.
- Identifies patient service requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients and other persons in a position to understand service requirements.
- Verify the patient’s ID by checking their name and date of birth on electronic medical record and patient’s wristband.
- Always obtain necessary consents and education.
- Perform complex specialized tasks associated with the operation of Mammography scanners and related equipment in accordance with prescribed radiation safety procedures under the direction/supervision of a Radiologist using age appropriate standards of practice.
- Ability to integrate diagnostic, laboratory results, patient history and medical records and adapt exam as necessary. Adheres to Mammography protocols to maintain high quality standards.
- Consistently demonstrates complete competence in performing Mammography scans as ordered.
- As required during a procedure, assists positioning patients in required anatomical position for display of body for Mammography scans using immobilization and protective equipment as necessary.
- Maintain proper aseptic technique utilizing universal precaution guidelines (hand washing, gloves, gown, mask, eye protection and equipment disinfection).
- Assist radiologist with imaging procedures, starting IV's, and injecting contrast, if applicable.
- Assist radiologist with interventional Mammography procedures.
- Loads and operates power injectors for contrast media administration.
- Evaluate Mammography scans for technical quality, collate processed images in sequence of exposure and appropriately label. Film/transmit to PACS.
- Charge procedures and supplies in UChart/Radiant.
- Maintain accurate patient records.
- Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of treatment; answering questions.
- Applies physical age-specific and/or developmental care needs of patients according to their documented physical/development requirement by competency validation checklist: a. Children b. Adolescents c. Adults d. Geriatric e. Challenged/Disabled
- Performs basic nursing functions in the patient’s care i.e., assists with bedpans, emesis basins, etc. Assumes care for physical and psychological needs of the patient during scanning procedures; initiates life support measures for patients if necessary; assists in “Code Blue” procedure during medical emergencies. Perfor ms CPR as needed.
- Keeps work area in a clean and sanitary condition and stocks exam/dressing rooms with required supplies.
- Reports unusual findings in a timely manner to appropriate Radiologist/Supervisory personnel.
- Schedule patients for procedures; assist with clerical functions.
- Provide assistance with orientation and training of new Mammography technologists.
- Provides education and training to student technologists.
- Abide by hospital/department HR policies.
- Adheres to any regulatory body guidelines governing modality including but not limited to: Joint Commission, AHCA, ACR, FL DOH and FDA/MQSA.
- Assist with the day-to-day operations within the department.