Temp Technologist Mammography (Days) Dallas TX

Dallas, IA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 11 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Candidates living within 60 miles of the facility will have a local rate of $78
Equipment: Hologic 7-units: GE-2 units
Cases/day per Tech: 20-25

RESPONSIBLITIES

Performs mammography tests and develops the results to produce quality breast images for radiologists. Evaluates patient history and physicians orders to ensure appropriate procedures are performed. May assist physicians in special procedures as needed to ensure that all procedures are performed to the standards of PHHS. Accesses and handles selected medications.
Processes Quality Control checks on systems in accordance with American College of Radiology including notifying supervisor of maintenance needs to ensure equipment functions properly.
Maintains proper documentation on the Radiology Information System to track the procedures performed on each patient.
Communicates and consults with patients informing them of procedures to be performed to ensure that patients are as comfortable as possible.
Maintains a positive working relationship with employees medical staff patients and visitors to ensure efficient work processes. May be responsible for providing training and supervision to radiologic students as they rotate through mammography area to ensure that radiology students are well educated and trained in assigned areas.
Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor implements and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals and mission of PHHS.
Maintains knowledge of applicable rules regulations policies laws and guidelines that impact the Mammography area. Develops effective internal controls that promote adherence to applicable state/federal laws and the program requirements of accreditation agencies and federal state and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as necessary to ensure proper understanding.
Stays abreast of the latest developments advancements and trends in the field of Mammography by attending seminars reading professional journals and maintaining ARRT certification and Texas State licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.
Participates in departmental Performance Improvement Programs understands ICARE and it reationship to the work environment attends department and modality meetings satisfactorily. Develops training and implementation and monitors annual goals and objectives set forth by Radiology Administration.
Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor implements and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the department and Parkland.
Stays abreast of the latest developments advancements and trends in the field by attending seminars/workshops reading professional journals actively participating in professional organizations and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.
Maintains knowledge of applicable rules regulations policies laws and guidelines that impact the area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws accreditation agency requirements and federal state and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding.

Requirement description :

Must have 2 years of Mammography Technologist experience - REQUIRED
ARRT (R) required (ARRT Advanced Certification in Mammography preferred) - REQUIRED
Experience with screening diagnostic mammograms and assisting with biopsies and needle localizations - Highly Preferred
Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) certification from TX Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) or TX Medical Board - REQUIRED
Previous travel experience - Preferred

PROFILE REQUIREMENTS

Resume
Skills Checklist (must be less than a year old)
2 supervisory references from within the last year
License - must be active at time of submission
Certifications - must be active at time of submission
MUST disclose any previous Parkland employment history within submitting profile
Proof of Taxable Address (Driver s License Current Utility Bill Lease/Rental Agreement Mortgage Statement/Bill Homeowner s or Renter s Insurance Statement/Bill Voter Registration Bank Statement Auto Insurance Tax Return)

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS :

ARRT
BLS (AHA)

ADDITIONAL LICENSE REQUIREMENTS : Must have a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) certification from Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) or Texas Medical Board.
Weekend Requirements : No weekends
On Call Requirements : No call

Candidates living within 60 miles of the facility will have a local rate of $78Equipment: Hologic 7-units: GE-2 unitsCases/day per Tech: 20-25RESPONSIBLITIESPerforms mammography tests and develops the results to produce quality breast images for radiologists. Evaluates patient history and physici...

Candidates living within 60 miles of the facility will have a local rate of $78
Equipment: Hologic 7-units: GE-2 units
Cases/day per Tech: 20-25

RESPONSIBLITIES

Performs mammography tests and develops the results to produce quality breast images for radiologists. Evaluates patient history and physicians orders to ensure appropriate procedures are performed. May assist physicians in special procedures as needed to ensure that all procedures are performed to the standards of PHHS. Accesses and handles selected medications.
Processes Quality Control checks on systems in accordance with American College of Radiology including notifying supervisor of maintenance needs to ensure equipment functions properly.
Maintains proper documentation on the Radiology Information System to track the procedures performed on each patient.
Communicates and consults with patients informing them of procedures to be performed to ensure that patients are as comfortable as possible.
Maintains a positive working relationship with employees medical staff patients and visitors to ensure efficient work processes. May be responsible for providing training and supervision to radiologic students as they rotate through mammography area to ensure that radiology students are well educated and trained in assigned areas.
Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor implements and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals and mission of PHHS.
Maintains knowledge of applicable rules regulations policies laws and guidelines that impact the Mammography area. Develops effective internal controls that promote adherence to applicable state/federal laws and the program requirements of accreditation agencies and federal state and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as necessary to ensure proper understanding.
Stays abreast of the latest developments advancements and trends in the field of Mammography by attending seminars reading professional journals and maintaining ARRT certification and Texas State licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.
Participates in departmental Performance Improvement Programs understands ICARE and it reationship to the work environment attends department and modality meetings satisfactorily. Develops training and implementation and monitors annual goals and objectives set forth by Radiology Administration.
Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor implements and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the department and Parkland.
Stays abreast of the latest developments advancements and trends in the field by attending seminars/workshops reading professional journals actively participating in professional organizations and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.
Maintains knowledge of applicable rules regulations policies laws and guidelines that impact the area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws accreditation agency requirements and federal state and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding.

Requirement description :

Must have 2 years of Mammography Technologist experience - REQUIRED
ARRT (R) required (ARRT Advanced Certification in Mammography preferred) - REQUIRED
Experience with screening diagnostic mammograms and assisting with biopsies and needle localizations - Highly Preferred
Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) certification from TX Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) or TX Medical Board - REQUIRED
Previous travel experience - Preferred

PROFILE REQUIREMENTS

Resume
Skills Checklist (must be less than a year old)
2 supervisory references from within the last year
License - must be active at time of submission
Certifications - must be active at time of submission
MUST disclose any previous Parkland employment history within submitting profile
Proof of Taxable Address (Driver s License Current Utility Bill Lease/Rental Agreement Mortgage Statement/Bill Homeowner s or Renter s Insurance Statement/Bill Voter Registration Bank Statement Auto Insurance Tax Return)

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS :