Mammography Technologist

OU Health is seeking a Mammography Technologist for a job in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: Mammography Technologist

Discipline: Allied Health Professional

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: Ongoing

Employment Type: Staff

*** Pay is based on years of applicable experience and acuity level of position

Position Title:Mammography Technologist (Levels 1-3) - Breast Health Network - Central

Department:Breast Health Central

Job Description:

*Mammography Technologist positions available at Levels II or III, depending on experience and education.*

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Location: OU Physicians Building

Shift: Full-Time (40 hours/week) 10-hour shifts

General Description:

Under general supervision of the Administrative Director and Physicians, technologists perform professional mammography on a daily basis utilizing approved policies and procedures. Technologists perform pre-examination tasks in accordance with approved protocols from Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO); complete and ensure accuracy of all data entry and record keeping; complete and maintain all assigned quality assurance, responsibilities in accordance with American College of Radiology and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) standards. All technologists will perform other tasks and services associated with Breast Imaging of Oklahoma.

Essential Responsibilities:

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.

Position patients according to standards set by American College of Radiology (ACR)

Consistently select appropriate technical factors from technique charges and operate equipment in accordance with prescribed radiation safety practices

Print films and monitor printing equipment according to BIO policy

Prepare completed mammograms for interpretation in a timely manner, including appropriately identified images and all associated forms and paperwork

Perform Breast Self-Examination (BSE) as needed; ensuring proper markers are placed to communicate areas of concern to radiologist

Actively educate patients on BSE, breast cancer, and other related women’s health issues

Assist radiologist in all technical procedures such as: digital stereotactic suros core biopsy, ultrasound guided core biopsy/cyst aspiration, pre-op needle locations, galactography, MRI, or other interventional procedures

Reviews all requisitions/orders for accuracy and applicable clinical information

Ensures all information on the Breast History Form is accurate and complete

Prepares examination room and all equipment in advance according the patient’s examination and diagnostic needs

Confirm that all mammography files include appropriate labels and ID markers as required by ACR/FDA

Inputs all data into the information system required for exam completion

Complete and update all radiographic image records and anatomical inserts according to BIO policy

Perform daily printer checks, record results, and report any abnormalities to the appropriate supervisor

Perform weekly phantom checks and appropriately reports discrepancies

Perform equipment monitoring and cleaning to maintain the highest quality environment

Helps maintain patient logs and information collection as required for regulatory standards

Performs weekly, monthly, quarterly, and semi-annual QA tests as required

Records inventory needs, as needed to maintain appropriate supply levels

Restocks exam rooms with linen and supplies

Properly disposes of soiled linen, trash, and hazardous waste

Assists clerical, billing, and scheduling staff as necessary

General Responsibilities:

Performs other duties as assigned

Overnight travel may be required if assigned to the mobile mammography unit

*Minimum Qualifications (Level I):

Education: Graduate of an accredited Radiography program. Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited educational program with emphasis in a primary cardiovascular or radiologic technology specialty as defined by the ARDMS, ARRT and/or CCI preferred.

Experience: 0-3 years experience required.

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Registration from the American Registry of Radiological Technology (ARRT). Advanced Certification in Mammography Preferred. Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association preferred. Must meet applicant eligibility requirements and published standards for ARDMS, ARRT, or CCI in the cardiovascular, radiologic, or Mammography technology specialty required by the hiring department within 12 months of hire date.

*Minimum Qualifications (Level II):

Education: Graduate of an accredited Radiography. Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited educational program with emphasis in a primary cardiovascular or radiologic technology specialty as defined by the ARDMS, ARRT and/or CCI preferred.

Experience: 3-5 years of experience as a certified or registered cardiovascular or radiologic technology professional in the specialty required by the hiring department.

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required:

Registration from the American Registry of Radiological Technology (ARRT) with Advanced Certification in Mammography required upon hire. Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.

*Minimum Qualifications (Level III):

Education: Associate’s degree required. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited educational program with emphasis in a primary cardiovascular or radiologic technology specialty as defined by the ARDMS, ARRT and/or CCI, required.

Experience: 5 years of experience required as a certified or registered cardiovascular or radiologic technology professional in the primary specialty, and at least one (1) year of experience in one or more post-primary specialties required by the hiring department

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required:

Registration from the American Registry of Radiological Technology (ARRT) with Advanced Certification in Mammography required upon hire. Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, patient care procedures, principles of imaging, medical terminology, positioning of patients, medical ethics, radiobiology, and pathology required; demonstrated knowledge of the changes associated with aging.

Must be able to work as part of a team and follow instructions

Ability to be sensitive to patients’ physical and psychological needs.

Ability to maintain accurate records and work accurately with names, numbers, and codes.

Ability to draw conclusions and make appropriate recommendations.

Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential information and exercise sound judgment.

Must be able to multi-task and remain calm in stressful situations.

Must possess ability to understand various Breast Imaging of Oklahoma operations, policies, and procedures.

Ability to work and communicate with staff, patients and their families, and meet their needs in a professional, polite, courteous, compassionate, and cooperative manner.

Must display a high level of initiative, effort and commitment towards completing assignments efficiently.

Ability to work with minimum supervision and demonstrate attention to detail.

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