Certified Mammography Technologist, First Shift

Job Description

UC Health is hiring a Full Time Mammography Technologist for the radiology department at West Chester Hospital.

The Mammography Technologist performs stereotactic breast biopsies to include scheduling exam with patient, post procedure follow-up of patients to include phone call, obtaining biopsy results, faxing to referring physician, and tracking in appropriate systems and informing radiologist of results.

About West Chester Hospital

West Chester Hospital provides its patients with access to the region's largest group of specialized physicians and medical providers.

With a reputation for providing outstanding patient experiences and quality medical care, the hospital consistently ranks amongst the top 5% in the nation.

West Chester Hospital provides a Level III Trauma Center that delivers superior emergency and critical care, and a certified Primary Stroke Center that provides access to the subspecialty care at the UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute.

West Chester Hospital has also achieved Magnet Recognition for excellence in nursing from the American Nurses Credentialing Center® (ANCC), and the hospital is routinely ranked among the best places to work in Ohio and Greater Cincinnati.

Responsibilities

General :

• Engages in population appropriate communication.
• Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks.
• Gives clear instructions to patients / family regarding treatment.
• Involves family / guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient.
• Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary.
• Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients / families with behavioral health problems.
• Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately.
• Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious / cultural norms.
• Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely.
• Recognizes and responds to signs / symptoms of abuse or neglect.

Clinical :

Performs mammographic and DEXA procedures in accordance with established protocols, which includes, but is not limited to, reviewing for appropriateness and completeness of patient histories and requested services.

Explains procedures to patients.

Prepares images, prior studies and paperwork including patient history and location of previous films. Submits completed studies to the radiologists for interpretation.

Faxes release form to appropriate facility for release of previous mammograms. Follows up films are received in timely manner.

Digitizes images, ensures images are available for radiologist in Dx Secure View.

• Maintains appropriate records and supplies. Assists with meeting all requirements for the different accreditations.
• Participates in continuing education activities related to the field of Mammography. Obtains and maintains required licensure.

Demonstrates and maintains skill in providing care for patients of specific age groups, such as adult and geriatric, through in-service and continuing education.

• Performs evaluative equipment tests and participates in Quality Assurance program.
• Qualifies patients for funding programs. Maintains record of results. Tracks grant funds.
• Tracks patient results and notifies appropriate parties to ensure proper follow up is obtained. Does all follow up of abnormal mammograms including calling patients to schedule return appointments.

Qualifications

Minimum Education Required :

• Completion of JRCERT approved program in Radiologic Technology or an Associate of Science Degree in Radiology Technology
• Registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
• Current licensure by the State of Ohio as a Radiographer
• Advanced certification in mammography
• CPR certification, required

Years of Experience :

• 0 - 1 years required
30+ days ago