Mammography Technologist Radiology-Diagnostic, Per Diem
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Job Location:
New London, OH - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
01-11-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Overview
Provides diagnostic imaging services according to accepted standards and protocols and assures patient safety during procedures.
Responsibilities
General Diagnostic Procedures:
- Performs all mammography examinations following policies and procedures established by the department.
- Prepares and positions patients for mammograms.
- Provides care and communication to patients before during and after the procedure.
- Uses all equipment properly and in a manner that minimizes hazards of electric shock burns and extraneous radiation to patients.
- Uses radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of all patients and staff.
- Explains procedures and responds to questions appropriately.
- Ensures that all images are clear and of good diagnostic quality adjusting equipment as necessary.
- Documents patient history including any relevant information which might affect the interpretation of the mammogram.
- Maintain and cleans the mammography equipment with the appropriate solutions.
- Communicates any pertinent information with radiologists and other healthcare professionals as necessary.
- Maintains working knowledge of the PACs System.
- Maintains a clean and orderly environment.
Special Diagnostic Testing:
- Demonstrates competency in performing all procedures and use of the equipment for Mammography as appropriate and assigned.
- Keeps dose as low as possible to achieve diagnostic exam.
Administrative:
- Uses computer to access reports medical history prior imaging etc.
- Follows protocols for releasing of images and obtaining prior imaging studies.
- Assists with administrative responsibilities of the department to include scheduling appointments answering the phone etc.
- Performs all quality controls procedures weekly in the absence of the QC technologist.
- Maintains licensing and continuing education credits.
- Able to teach/aid students and new staff.
Qualifications
- Graduate of a Radiology Technology training program accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JCERT)
- Current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or equivalent.
- Certification in Mammography
- 0-1 year of experience
- Hospital experience preferred
Required Licensure/Certifications
REQUIRED LICENSE(S):
Radiographer NH (MIRT1060) OR Radiation Therapist NH (MIRT1057) OR Medical Imaging/Rad Ther - NH (MIRT1001)
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS:
Radiologic Technologist - Mammography (RT - M) within 365 days
Key Skills
- Heavy Bus Driving
- Jdbc
- Event Marketing
- Labouring
- ACCA
- Arabic
About Company
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Dartmouth Hitchcock Clinics are a member of Dartmouth Health, providing healthcare services to patients across northern New England.
