Mammography Tech 1
Company: Baylor Scott & White Health
Location: Irving
Posted on: May 14, 2022
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Job Description:
JOB SUMMARY The Mammography Technologist 1, under general
supervision of a Radiologist, performs Breast Imaging procedures on
ambulatory and hospital patients as requested by a physician or
other licensed provider for the diagnosis of disease and injury in
accordance with established protocols. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE
ROLE Performs high quality Breast Imaging procedures according to
exam protocol, in a timely manner. Maintains production and quality
of imaging procedures by following established standards and
procedures. Utilizes AIDET when communicating with patients to:
identify patient service requirements, ensure correct exam is
performed on the correct patient, and establish rapport with
patients and others. Instructs and communicates with patients and
their family regarding the test to be performed and assesses
patient's ability to tolerate exam. Prepares patient and area for
procedure by positioning patient, adjusting immobilization devices,
moving equipment into specified position and adjusting equipment
controls to set exposure factors. Protects patients and employees
by adhering to safety requirements, infection-control, drug and
radiation policies, protocols and techniques. Uses proper sterile
techniques when setting up and performing invasive multimodality
procedures and maintains hand hygiene requirements. Maintains
equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards.
Works with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal operational
capabilities of equipment. Reports issues to management or
appropriate department. Assists in maintaining supplies inventory.
Ensures individuals are safe to enter the department by screening
them according to approved policies and procedures. Obtains,
verifies and maintains all relevant documentation such as
requisition/chart, patient history, pregnancy status and shielding
precautions taken, consent forms, policies and procedures, etc.
Maintains medical imaging records in appropriate system and
according to department policies and standards for interpretation
in a timely manner. KEY SUCCESS FACTORS Able to perform high
quality Breast Imaging procedures according to exam protocol in a
timely manner. Able to explain the procedure and put patients at
ease. Able to provide services in a timely, accurate, and
cost-efficient manner in compliance with established System and
regulatory standards, policies and procedures. Able to perform
tasks independently without need for routine oversight. Able to
maintain a calm and helpful attitude, even under times of stress,
and take appropriate and reasonable steps to resolve issues. Able
to effectively administer first aid and use emergency cart. Able to
ensure customer satisfaction by limiting wait times, providing
courteous service, remaining professional, reviewing patient
satisfaction scores and developing action plans when required.
Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge, continued education
and skills appropriate care for the following age groups (specific
to department): newborn, pediatric, young adult, adult and
geriatric. Able to serve as preceptor by providing quality training
to new team members and on new services and initiatives. Able to
take call, if required. BENEFITS Our competitive benefits package
includes the following Immediate eligibility for health and welfare
benefits 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
Tuition Reimbursement PTO accrual beginning Day 1 Note: Benefits
may vary based upon position type and/or level QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program EXPERIENCE - Less than 1
Year of Experience - CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - ARRT-M
Mammography (ARRT-M) ARRT-R Radiography (ARRT-R) Basic Life Support
(BLS) Medical Radiologic Tech (MRT): Licensed by the State of Texas
Medical Board as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT).
Keywords: Baylor Scott & White Health, Irving , Mammography Tech 1, Healthcare , Irving, Texas
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