Mammography Technologist

Job description

About Madison Health
Madison Health is a community-focused healthcare organization dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care close to home. We believe our employees are the heart of our mission and are committed to fostering a supportive, collaborative workplace where every team member can thrive.
Why Join Madison Health?
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, retirement)
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Meaningful work that makes a difference in our community

Position Summary
This position is responsible for performing screening and diagnostic mammography and bone density procedures. Provides procedural-related patient care and education. Maintains records and documentation for procedures. Participates in performance improvement activities of the department and daily management of infection prevention and control activities.
Key Responsibilities
• Performs diagnostic mammography and bone density procedures by correctly using imaging equipment and related accessories. Upholds radiation safety standards and department protocol.
• Assists physicians to perform image-guided diagnostic and invasive procedures (i.e. stereotactic biopsy and needle localization).
• Prepares patient and exam room for imaging procedure. Helps patient with appropriate dress. Provides a comfortable, friendly, secure atmosphere for all patients. Provides patient and family education related to imaging procedure.
• Communicates with other caregivers to ensure continuity and appropriateness of patient care.
• Maintains manual and computerized patient, department and hospital records. Transfers procedures to PACS or offsite facilities for interpretation by Radiologist. Reviews reports and faxes to physician office. Requests and obtains outside films. Performs associated data entry and clerical tasks as needed. Responsible for ordering and stocking department supplies.
• Performs and documents equipment quality control according to department protocol and the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA). Performs routine cleaning and preventative maintenance. Reports any malfunction to appropriate person or department.
• Provides back-up coverage for general Radiology procedures.
• Treats patients and families with dignity and respect. Ensures confidentiality of patient records. Interacts professionally with patients and families and provides explanations and verbal reassurance as necessary.

Required Qualifications/ Experience
American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) registration required.
Mammography registry (ARRT) within 90 days of employment required.
Ohio Department of Health Radiologic License required.
BLS certification within 30 days of employment required.
Previous experience preferred.