The QC Mammography Technologist is responsible for performing the QC testing on the mammography units, as well as maintaining QC records. Also responsible for providing quality patient care, the highest care and the highest quality imaging examinations. This is accomplished by demonstrating clinical competence, facilitating ongoing continuous quality control/improvement process of the services offered.
Responsibilities:
- Communication – Interdepartmental – Communicating with other departments via intercom, phone, fax, computer.
- Communication – Patient/Family/Significant Other – Provide to patients/families/significant others the responses/interventions that relate to their plan of care or treatment, i.e., explaining procedures, treatment, schedules, cost, etc.
- Treatments and/or Procedures – Perform any mammographic diagnosing procedure for a patient.
- Maintenance and Records – Reports any issues and concerns with the mammography equipment to the QC Technologist and/or Manager. Knows how to contact support if the QC tech and/or Manager are not available (during off shifts). Can perform the QC for the bone density machine.
- Patient Care – Provides high quality mammography examinations and technical procedures. Selects proper technical factors, based on diagnosis, age and adheres to departmental protocols. Operates equipment efficiently, completing exams without undue delays. Practices the code of ethics of Radiologic Technology. Assesses and maintains knowledge of the patient’s condition and responds to changes appropriately.
- Documentation – Documents on patient care and equipment records. Performs all clerical duties related to the completion of the diagnostic procedure as directed.
- Teaching – Participates in the education of departmental personnel on quality assurance and other advances in the profession.
- Will assist the radiologist/surgeon in performing mammotomy biopsies and/or needle localization of the breast.
Experience:
- Minimum of one-year technical experience. Minimum one year of mammography experience.
Education:
- Graduate of AMA-approved school of Radiologic Technology program.
Licenses/Certifications:
- Registered by the A.R.R.T. in Radiologic Technology, required. Mammography, preferred.
- Valid New York State Radiographic license from the Department of Health.
Other:
- ARRT(M) certification is mandated by ACR accreditation. Mammography Registry (AART [M]) must be obtained within one year of hire date. Employees must comply with ACR regulations on certification.
About Us:
HealthAlliance Hospital
Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes:
- Health Insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Flexible Savings Account
- Paid Time Off
- Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
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