Mammography Technologist - Chesapeake, United States - Chesapeake Regional Medical Center

Description

The Mammography Technologist is responsible for the maintenance and quality of patient care on a continuing basis for the Mammography department and throughout the organization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

These duties and responsibilities described below represent the general tasks performed on a daily basis; other tasks may be assigned.

• Produce a variety of high quality radiographs through proper positioning and technique
• Perform visual preventative safety inspections and report dangerous department or equipment conditions to the appropriate personnel; communicate equipment malfunctions and low inventory levels to the Operations Manager
• Utilize all assigned functions of the Radiology Information Computer System (RICS); Utilize the hospital computer system to enter radiology and laboratory orders, charges, and/or credits
• Practice radiation safety in accordance with department policies
• Follow NRC and State regulations for radiation safety and keep exposure ALARA
• Confirm patient identity prior to procedure via verbal communication on outpatients and/or identification bands on inpatients
• Perform procedures as the schedule requires and rotate calls as needed
• Attend required hospital-wide orientations, meetings, and in-services
• Demonstrate a commitment to flexible work scheduling when necessary to ensure patient care

Education and Experience

Minimum Required Education: Successful completion of an accredited Radiologist Technology program

Preferred Education: Not applicable

Experience: Prior experience as a Registered Technologist is preferred, but will consider new graduates

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Must be ARRT registered. Certified in Mammography within 12 months of date of hire. BLS required