Über diese Mammography Technologist - Weekend (Days) - Easton Campus Stelle bei St. Luke's University Health Network
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Performs mammographic examinations based on department procedures and under the direction of the network director of women’s imaging and clinical specialist. The position will require a significant degree of judgement in the performance of assigned duties.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Properly identifies patient and exam and performs diagnostic radiographic services on patients with the maximum amount of care, while evaluating the technical quality.
Responsible for successful technical continuity of care and education of mammography procedure.
Demonstrates competency in the knowledge of the RIS/EPIC modules appropriate to their job responsibilities.
Assists in gathering and recording data for Radiology Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement program.
Teaches and trains students in their specified technology if site applicable.
Provides educational information to the patient regarding their examination.
Knowledgeable regarding patient condition, history and appropriate background and information pertinent to proposed examination.
Accurately adheres to downtime procedures to assure appropriate information is available resulting in excellent continuity of care for patients.
Maintains responsibility for own professional development through active participation in in-services and/or continuing education programs.
Responsible for the success of the department to achieve Press Ganey goal of 90%. Every patient should receive patient education and comment card.
Accountable for quality of digital images sent to PACS. Verify correct patient is selected from worklist, ensures accuracy of Medical Record information prior to being sent to PACS.
Maintains confidentiality of all materials handled within the Network/Entity as well as the proper release of information.
Maintains ACR Mammography quality standards.
Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding issues of employee, patient and environmental safety and follows appropriate reporting requirements.
Demonstrates/models the Network’s Service Excellence Standards of Performance in interaction with all customers (internal and external).
Demonstrates Performance Improvement in the following areas as appropriate: Clinical Care/Outcomes, Customer Service Improvement, Operational System/Process, and Safety.
Demonstrates financial responsibility and accountability through the effective and efficient use of resources in daily procedures, processes, and practices.
Complies with Network and department policies regarding attendance and dress code.
Demonstrates competency in the assessment, range of treatment, knowledge of growth and development and communication appropriate to the age of the patient treated.
Assists with secretarial and file room duties when necessary, maintaining accurate patient records. Assists in other areas as needed.
Assists in lifting and transporting patients when necessary.
Care for patient’s needs while in the department.
Maintains necessary inventory of supplies needed to perform mammographic exams.
Completes Event Reports and/or notifies Patient Safety Hotline according to hospital guidelines.
Order entry of patient exams.
Other related duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:
Frequent use of fingers and hands in operating equipment and for paperwork. Walking or standing for up to 8 hours per shift in 60-minute increments. Sitting for up to 1 hour per day and in 15-minute increments. Pulling, pushing, and lifting and moving objects up to 40 pounds. Frequent stooping, crouching, and bending. Frequently lifting arms above shoulder level. Hearing as it relates to normal conversation. Seeing as it relates to normal vision.
EDUCATION:
Graduate from an ARRT recognized education program, or ARRT registered in Mammography preferred. ARRT registered in Mammography required within 1 year of hire date.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of 1-year staff technologist. At least 1-year experience in mammography preferred. History of computer usage experience required. Continuing education a must on an ongoing basis to assure quality studies. Current CPR certification required.
Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!
