Travel Mammography Technologist
1 month ago
Milwaukee
Certification Details • BLS, • Mammography Certification, • State LicensureJob Details, • Performs mammographic exams., • Responsible for identifying and resolving issues related to images, equipment, and quality control., • Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with medical/clinical staff, students, and patients., • Performs Breast Imaging related exams according to medical/department standards and department protocol., • Imaging is performed to obtain diagnostic quality examinations within proper radiation safety and OSHA guidelines., • Exams are performed efficiently with a minimum of delay between patients following established protocols., • Expected to consistently meet the schedule and quality requirements for all exams., • Operates mammography department equipment according to protocols as defined by manufacturer, hospital/clinic, or other recognized authority., • Recognizes and reports equipment malfunctions or other technical issues to appropriate resources., • Prepares the exam room prior to the next patient's arrival to promote department efficiency., • Prepares patient for exam by providing clear explanation of the procedure and answering questions., • Provides appropriate instructions and positioning to obtain maximum image quality., • Addresses patient questions and concerns regarding mammography and breast procedures., • Assists and thanks the patient at the conclusion of the exam., • Produces high quality images and ensures all images are appropriately labeled/identified., • Recognizes normal anatomy, physiology, normal variations, and pathology and adjusts imaging process as needed., • Assures all applicable images are archived to PACS and data integrity is maintained., • Performs PACS reconciliation accurately and assists other technologists, radiologists, and providers with image quality concerns., • Demonstrates proficiency and knowledge of Epic, Radiant Information Systems, and mammography reporting systems., • Correctly and accurately enters and schedules orders, checks in patients, begins and ends exams, bills supplies, documents notes, cancels/credits submissions, and reviews patient history for pertinent clinical information and contraindications., • Performs end of day reconciliation for all exams performed., • Proactively looks for opportunities to increase department efficiency and provide a cohesive working staff environment., • Routinely offers to help others in their duties and assist in getting or beginning the next patient., • Regularly stocks supplies and linen, removes dirty linen, cleans work areas and patient care rooms., • Ensures exam rooms are left clean and well organized for the next staff member and patients use., • Supports functions of the Lead / QA technologist., • Assists with routine quality control, answering phones, scheduling patients, coordinating inpatients, and providing instruction to medical staff and patients., • Provides a positive teaching environment for co-workers, students, residents, providers, and new staff., • Completes all required documentation in a timely and efficient manner with complete and accurate information., • Prevents or eliminates potential problems by using intuitive skills and multitasking., • Provides assistance to radiologists and other medical staff during mammography exams., • Prepares lab specimens, labels, and arranges for timely transport or takes directly to lab following procedure., • Demonstrates understanding of infection control and sterile technique., • Maintains exam room area in a clean and orderly state in accordance with Hospital Infection Control.Job Requirements, • Must have relevant state licensure for Mammography Technologist., • Required certifications include BLS (Basic Life Support)., • Mammography certification as required by state and facility standards.