Job Description
Job Description
Duties :
- Performs mammographic procedure on In / Outpatients according to published department protocols.
- Reviews each prescription, history questionnaire, and patient record prior to the examination to ensure all pertinent information is available for radiologist interpretation.
- Performs radiologic examination with a high standard of accuracy in positioning and technical factors.
- Practices universal precautions, and aseptic technique to prevent cross contamination.
- Practice National Patient Safety Goals, obtaining a minimum of two patient identifiers with each and every patient.
- Processes images using the PAC system.
- Completed and verifies cases in a timely manner.
- Ensures work lists are cleaned up daily.
- Monitors and resolves Exceptions List daily.
- Proper utilization of the Breast reporting system(PenRad), EMR and PACS systems.
- Proper loading of external imaging and creation of necessary orders and scanning of reports into PACS system for radiologist review.
- Analyzes each acquired image for proper positioning, proper markers, date stickers, and appropriate labels and patient identification.
- Repeats image if presence of any factors that may deter from its diagnostic value.
- Maintains a responsive / respectful relationship with patients.
- Assesses and responds to patients physical, sociological / psychological needs.
- Explains all procedures in a clear and concise manner.
- Understands and respects cultural differences.
- Makes use of Cyracom phone when needed for language barriers.
- Knowledge and utilization of Vocera.
- Maintain cleanliness of assigned work area.
- Ensures assigned area is properly stocked with adequate supplies and required material to perform procedures.
- Ensures cleanliness of radiographic equipment and work area.
- Communicate efficiently with coordinators, supervisors, point person and vendors.
- Ensures continuity and adequate follow through regarding equipment malfunctions.
- Communicates appropriately with patients, co-workers, students, physicians, and supervisors.
- Works in conjunction with Ultrasound to ensure a productive and comprehensive flow of patients through both modalities.
- Performs bone density scans accurately understanding of terminology and results.
- Accurate review of interventional cases and working knowledge of interventional procedures and protocols.
- Assists with needle localizations, and if trained, stereotactic biopsies.
- Performs other tasks and duties as assigned.
- Practices the ALARA principle for radiation protection.
- Accurately and effectively performs QA as per MQSA guidelines.
- Report problems to Clinical Engineering and supervisor.
- Orient new employees and participates as preceptor for procedures if requested.
- Exhibits responsible attitude with regard to attendance and tardiness.
- Always provides notification and advance notice for absence or tardiness.
- Always demonstrates reliability and makes every attempt to consistently report to work on time at the start of the assigned shift, even in inclement weather.
Skills :
- Minimum of 2 years of experience
- Able to perform screening and diagnostic mammography at a minimum.
- Ability to performed DEXA and Biopsy procedures that is a plus
Certifications :
- ARRT (R) and (M)
- Active state Mammography license
- Must meet all ECE requirements to maintain their Mammo certification.
- A list of ECE and the amount of Mammograms by type performed within a 2 year period to ensure they have maintained the required exams per year
- The requirement is 200 Mammograms in 36 months to meet MQSA requirements
Schedule Notes :
- Schedule : Mon-Fri 8 : 30 to 4 : 30; Days per week : 5 - Shift : 9 : 30 to 5 : 30
- Days per week : 5 -Shift : 10a-6p mon-fri may shift as needs of dept require. On call or weekends required? N / A
Certification / License :
- Radiography Certification with ARRT
- NJ state License
- AHA BLS
- Covid Card Required
Education :
- HS Diploma or equivalent.
- Completion of accredited course in Radiologic Technology or Mammography
Shift timings : Others
Hours Per Day : 8.00
Hours Per Week : 40.00
Days Per Week : 5.00
ATD Technology, LLC is a certified minority woman owned business that creates opportunities to match qualified individuals with client programs while meeting all parties' financial and technical goals.
ATD is a full service provider with offerings in Contract, Permanent and Temp-to-Perm staffing solutions. We serve Fortune 1000, mid cap and small cap companies in the Commercial, Public and Government sectors.
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