Overview:
USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community. USA Health is changing how medical care, education, and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists, and researchers provides the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics, and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall well-being of our community.
Responsibilities:
- Abides by and enforces all compliance requirements and policies and performs these responsibilities in an ethical manner consistent with the organization's values.
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Adheres to hospital and departmental policies including confidentiality.
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Exhibits an acceptable work ethic as evidenced by regular and prompt attendance, as well as following all timekeeping/ clocking policies.
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Utilizes proper body mechanics when:
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Moving, positioning and transferring patients without assistance or with assistance when needed for patient safety.
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Moving equipment/supplies necessary to perform essential functions.
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Demonstrates CPR according to American Heart Association standards.
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Works assigned schedule including overtime.
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May assist with training of Mammography students.
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Performs a variety of related digital image management tasks as necessary. i.e. exceptions, annotations
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Maintains competency by demonstrating a complete working knowledge of all imaging equipment and supplies, including but not limited to:
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Mammography unit- digital 2D or 3D (tomosynthesis)
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Breast ultrasound
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Invasive procedure supplies and/or trays
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Performs patient assessment and screening, such as prior breast surgery, risk factors, hormone therapy, breast density, prior mammograms, within the scope of practice.
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Documents pertinent clinical and family history.
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Reviews patient's prior imaging and history, consulting the Radiologist or ordering practitioner when needed.
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Reviews CPOE and written orders, verifying information is accurate, appropriate, and complete, consulting with healthcare providers as needed.
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Performs visual breast exam based on patient communication, documenting location of lumps, scars, moles, breast changes, etc.
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IS. Selects equipment appropriate to the patient and exam to be performed.
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Demonstrates proper positioning for screening, diagnostic, and/or invasive procedures.
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Appropriately identifies images according to ACR guidelines.
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Uses appropriate exposure factors, target/filter combination, and AEC mode based upon breast tissue density, compressed thickness, and patient characteristics.
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Provides radiation protection according to prescribed safety standards.
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Maintains aseptic or sterile technique, as appropriate, when performing biopsies, aspirations, or localizations.
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Directly assists the performing clinician during invasive procedures.
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Recognizes emergency situations and initiates code procedures as needed.
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Accurately critiques images to detinning diagnostic quality and adjusts factors if imaging is to be repeated.
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Reviews images and consults with MQSA qualified physician when pathology seen may require additional imaging.
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Completes all mandatory department, educational and hospital requirements
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Adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards
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Regular and prompt attendance
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Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required
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Related duties as assigned
Additional Information:
Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent, successful completion of an approved course in Radiologic Technology, 1 year experience conducting routine diagnostic procedures, and completion of an approved program in advanced modality or one year of experience in advance modality. Required
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Bachelor's Degree in Radiologic Technology may substitute for the required experience in conducting routine diagnostic procedures. Preferred
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ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Registry in Diagnostic Radiology within 1 Year Required
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Advanced registry is highly preferred and may be required for certain modalities
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Comparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the above requirements.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.
