Mammography Technologist

Job Description

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Produces quality screening and diagnostic mammography films and dual-energy -ray absorptiometry (DEA) exams; educates patients regarding patient exams and accurately documents procedures completed and procedure codes.
• Demonstrates compliance with Code of Conduct and compliance policies, and takes action to resolve compliance questions or concerns and report suspected violations.
• Interacts compassionately and effectively with patients providing a Five Star experience by reducing anxieties; provides explanations of procedures and equipment, and answers questions.
• Escorts patient from sub-wait area to procedure room.
• Explains procedure to patient prior to beginning exam.
• Obtains appropriate medical history required (patient and family) before procedure is started.
• Explains comparative film review and obtains patient film release signature, as appropriate.
• Performs appropriate screening and diagnostic mammography exams.
• Completes all required billing and documentation accurately and timely in EHR and PACS.
• Performs bone density screening as assigned.
• Maintains cleanliness of all radiology equipment and rooms.
• Maintains job knowledge per the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) and state regulatory requirements.
• Follows department timekeeping procedures.
• Works at main campus and satellite facilities.

Required Skills:

• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently to meet deadlines.
• Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations in a calm and professional manner.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and unexpected situations.
• Ability to communicate with patients, healthcare professionals, and staff to ensure clear and accurate exchange of information.
• Proficient in the use of mammography and DEA equipment

Required Experience:

• Experience with screening and diagnostic Mammography and use of Electronic Health Records.
• Experience with stereotactic procedure and breast ultrasound a plus, but not required.
• Ability to communicate with patients, healthcare professionals, and staff to ensure clear and accurate exchange of information.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently to meet deadlines.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and unexpected situations.
• Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations in a calm and professional manner while working in a fast paced setting.