Piedmont Healthcare PA
Mammography Technologist
Piedmont Healthcare PA, Statesville, North Carolina, United States, 28677
Job Description
Job Description Description:
GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES : Responsible for performing quality mammography procedures in a timely manner. Works closely with ultrasound technologists and radiologists to provide patient care. Ability to use the computer applications for charging, scanning, making sure images are in correct places. Putting up gowns, stock etc. Ability to be fluid with schedule needs. Requirements:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : Greets patient, verifies with two identifiers, obtains patient history and provides exam instruction. Positions patient, adjusts equipment and sets automatic exposure factors to ensure patient comfort and modesty while obtaining high quality exams. Accurately critiques images checking for artifacts and adjusting factors for technical quality and diagnostic acceptability. Images via PACS system are delivered to the radiologist for
reading/interpretation. Follows safety standards providing proper shielding for patients and assisting personnel. Cleans and disinfects equipment before releasing patient upon completion of examination.
EDUCATION: Completed accredited course in radiologic technology or Associates Degree in radiologic technology. Registered in Mammography
EXPERIENCE: Minimum of two years experience in radiology imaging modalities One year of mammography experience preferred.
REQUIREMENTS : Current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Mammography registration preferred.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS: Knowledge of anatomy and physiology Knowledge of radiologic equipment and testing. Knowledge of safety hazards related to mammography. Skill to properly position patients to provide high quality images. Skill in trouble-shooting equipment. Skill in training co-workers in equipment operations. Ability to identify problems. Ability to communicate clearly. Ability to establish effective working relationships. Capable of demonstrating flexibility with the operational demands of the department.
ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING
CONDITIONS: Medical offices and mammography exam rooms. Exposure to radiation Communicable diseases
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS : Requires full body motion. Must be able to lift/carry/move items weighing up to 50 pounds Requires positioning patients Requires 20/20 correctable vision
Job Description Description:
GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES : Responsible for performing quality mammography procedures in a timely manner. Works closely with ultrasound technologists and radiologists to provide patient care. Ability to use the computer applications for charging, scanning, making sure images are in correct places. Putting up gowns, stock etc. Ability to be fluid with schedule needs. Requirements:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : Greets patient, verifies with two identifiers, obtains patient history and provides exam instruction. Positions patient, adjusts equipment and sets automatic exposure factors to ensure patient comfort and modesty while obtaining high quality exams. Accurately critiques images checking for artifacts and adjusting factors for technical quality and diagnostic acceptability. Images via PACS system are delivered to the radiologist for
reading/interpretation. Follows safety standards providing proper shielding for patients and assisting personnel. Cleans and disinfects equipment before releasing patient upon completion of examination.
EDUCATION: Completed accredited course in radiologic technology or Associates Degree in radiologic technology. Registered in Mammography
EXPERIENCE: Minimum of two years experience in radiology imaging modalities One year of mammography experience preferred.
REQUIREMENTS : Current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Mammography registration preferred.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS: Knowledge of anatomy and physiology Knowledge of radiologic equipment and testing. Knowledge of safety hazards related to mammography. Skill to properly position patients to provide high quality images. Skill in trouble-shooting equipment. Skill in training co-workers in equipment operations. Ability to identify problems. Ability to communicate clearly. Ability to establish effective working relationships. Capable of demonstrating flexibility with the operational demands of the department.
ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING
CONDITIONS: Medical offices and mammography exam rooms. Exposure to radiation Communicable diseases
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS : Requires full body motion. Must be able to lift/carry/move items weighing up to 50 pounds Requires positioning patients Requires 20/20 correctable vision