About this role
Essential Functions:
• Greets patients and provides instructions on procedures.
• Reviews patient information and obtains information regarding prior studies.
• Prepares patients for mammography procedures.
• Positions patient and adjusts equipment, selecting length and intensity for radiation exposure on individual basis.
• Follows established standards for patient care and safety using a variety of radiation protection and shielding materials (following FDA and ACR standards).
• Performs screening and diagnostic mammograms to radiologist's specifications (under guidance of Lead Interpreting Physician).
• Ensures equipment is in working order. Reports equipment malfunctions to supervisor.
• Processes related paperwork using computer equipment as directed.
• Sends DICOM images to the PACS for documentation and radiologist dictation.
• Maintains examination rooms. Stocks necessary medical and radiologic supplies.
• Must be willing to answer phones and assist with diagnostic radiology exam as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Knowledge of policies and procedures related to infection control, environmental safety and patient confidentiality as directed by HIPAA and OSHA standards.
• Knowledge of electronic medical chart reporting and records.
• Knowledge of medical practice procedures related to the Diagnostic Department and operations
• Maintains mammography reporting system.
• Releases information via paper or disk per ACR/FDA standards.
• Sends paper notification to patients and providers per ACR/FPA standards.
• In person regular and punctual attendance
Skills/Abilities:
• Must be skilled in customer service and have a pleasant and courteous demeanor while dealing with all patients and callers.
• Must be well organized and detail organized and be able to work independently without much supervision.
• Must have skills in critical thinking, communication, influence and decision making.
• Must have the ability to work cooperatively as a member of office staff and team.
• Must have computer skills
Mental/Physical Requirements:
• Able to lift / carry / move items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Requires positioning patients.
• Some stress related to anxious patients.
Qualifications
Education:
• Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology or completed accredited course in radiologic technology.
Requirements:
• Current certification with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is required
• Mammography Certification preferred at the time of hire, if not held upon hire, it must be obtained within one (1) year of hire date.
• Current state permit / license as general diagnostic radiographer.
• Current CPR