Mammography Technologist

About the Company:

The Mammography Technologist operates a mammography unit to produce images of the breasts for diagnostic purposes under the direction of a physician. Specifically, conducts radiology exams and documents clinically appropriate results for interpretive physicians and records.

Schedule-Monday thru Friday days with a Saturday rotation.

Location-Openings at our Hamburg, Snyder, Williamsville, Amherst and Lancaster Centers; Float to 2 or more of our centers located near your home.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Creates a positive patient and customer experience by representing the US Radiology Way

(95%) Patient Care

Demonstrates the company’s values in daily activities
Uses proper radiation protection and precautions, prepares, and operates mammography equipment
Demonstrates use of proper positioning to produce quality mammography studies
Operates equipment safely and competently, while obtaining high-quality images.
Maintains requires CE’s for both ARRT and MQSA compliance.
Participates in activities/tasks to maintain compliance and accreditation with the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) and the American College of Radiology (ACR)
Participates in annual Inspections and documentation requires by MQSA or ACR
Demonstrates ability to collect appropriate clinical history and correlate findings with the procedure being performed
Ensures that comparison studies are obtained prior to sending the study to a radiologist for interpretation
Evaluates images for technical quality, collate processed images and sequence of exposure and labels appropriately
Applies the profession’s code of ethics in all aspects of practice
Maintains knowledge of, observes, and enforces the safety measures in the Environment of Care
Maintains accurate patient records; including documentation of communication method, date and to whom findings were communicated

(5%) Completes other tasks and projects as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of and adherence to company policies and protocols
Knowledge of and adherence to HIPAA and safety guidelines
Knowledge of anatomy and physiology
Knowledge of current technical skills and procedural understanding to perform a full range of scanning procedures
Knowledge of and adherence to ALARA principles
Knowledge of current Breast Imaging Reporting and Data System (BI-RADS)
Knowledge of basic level computer skills
Skill in organizing and prioritizing work and following assignments through to completion
Skill in written and verbal communication
Ability to operate and adjust scanning and ancillary equipment
Ability to take initiative to improve processes, think strategically, and identify trends
Ability to provide open, honest feedback to improve decision-making
Ability to maintain and build constructive relationships that produce results
Ability to work independently, as a team, and in a fast-paced environment and meet established deadlines
Ability to be flexible in schedule and adaptable to constant change
Ability to effectively handle details with accuracy
Ability to maintain regular attendance and on-time approval to work as scheduled
Ability to deliver high quality customer service to internal and external customers by communicating with integrity and compassion
Ability to resolve service recovery issues and understand when to escalate to the next level
Ability to remain calm in difficult situations

Pay: $28-$43/hourly

Education and Experience:

Graduate of 24-month AMA-approve School of Radiology Technology
12 months of previous experience in diagnostic radiology
ARRT certification in Radiology and Mammography Certification
Applicable State Licensure, where applicable
BLS certification preferred

Physical Requirements:

Basic lifting as required, not to exceed 50 pounds
Must be able to stand, stoop and lift and walk without restrictions.
Requires computer related activities for extended periods of time
Requires the ability to see, hear, speak, write and key