Mammography Technician I - Breast Diagnostic unit

The Mammographer provides outstanding customer service to patients, providers and clinical teams with the primary task of operating imaging equipment to acquire quality diagnostic images as ordered by the physician. In addition to adhering to the Mission and Vision Statement of TGH Crystal River, the following job duties are performed:

• Communicates patient needs and responses through appropriate verbal and written correspondence.

• Explains procedures to patients to reduce their anxiety and obtain patient cooperation.
• Assists with patient / family education and keeps patient and families abreast of patient's progress.

• Responsible for proper operation of imaging and specialty equipment, keeps abreast of uses of medical devices

• Responsible for acquiring and processing optimum images during exams for diagnostic interpretation.
• Assumes responsibility and provides quality care for all procedures / exams performed
• Sets up exam rooms to include equipment, supplies and patient preparation
• Demonstrates an adequate knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• Acts as a resource for students and new staff, may serve as a preceptor for new staff and students
• Responsible for completing all aspects of patient care documentation following the established charting procedure.
• Prepares and maintains records to ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies to include ACR accreditation and MQSA per facility policies.
• Performs quality control for mammography equipment per facility policy
• Communicates and works well with staff and promotes team approach.

Performs various tasks as assigned related to imaging department.

Qualifications

Minimum Education: Graduation from an accredited program in radiography.

Experience: Prefer previous mammography interventional procedure experience

Licensure / Certificates:

• BLS from American Heart Association or American Red Cross to be completed within five days of hire
• Current registry with American Registry of Radiologic Technology for Radiography and Mammography
• Current State of Florida license for General Radiography