Mammogram Technician

Advatix Inc.; Rancho Mirage (CA); On-site; USD 103,320; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare services company in Rancho Mirage seeks a Mammogram Tech to produce quality mammography films and DEXA exams. The role involves educating patients, ensuring compliance, and maintaining equipment cleanliness. Ideal candidates should have ARRT certification and the ability to effectively communicate with patients in a busy healthcare environment. This position offers a contract with flexible weekday hours.

Qualifications

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) - Radiology (R)
• California Radiologic Technologist (CRT) license, Radiography and Mammography
• American Heart Association BLS certification

Responsibilities

• Produces quality mammography films and DEXA exams.
• Educates patients and correctly documents procedures.
• Interacts compassionately with patients to reduce anxieties.
• Maintains cleanliness of radiology equipment.
• Completes documentation in EHR and PACS.

Skills

Ability to prioritize tasks

Ability to handle stress

Time management

Effective communication

Proficient with mammography and DEXA equipment

Education

Graduate of JRCERT approved School of Radiologic Technology

Job description

Job Title: MAMMOGRAM TECH

Pay: $75 Per Hour

Shift: Days are Monday through Friday, with hours varying from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., or 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., depending on the required coverage.

Location: Rancho Mirage, CA

Schedule: 13-week contract

Job Duties: Produces quality screening and diagnostic mammography films and dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) exams; educates patients regarding patient exams and accurately documents procedures completed and procedure codes.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates compliance with Code of Conduct and compliance policies, and takes action to resolve compliance questions or concerns and report suspected violations
• Interacts compassionately and effectively with patients, providing a Five Star experience by reducing anxieties; provides explanations of procedures and equipment, and answers questions
• Escorts patients from the sub-wait area to the procedure room
• Explain the procedure to the patient before beginning the exam
• Obtains the appropriate medical history required (patient and family) before the procedure is started.
• Explains comparative film review and obtains patient film release signature, as appropriate.
• Performs appropriate screening and diagnostic mammography exams
• Completes all required billing and documentation accurately and timely in EHR and PACS
• Performs bone density screening as assigned
• Maintains the cleanliness of all radiology equipment and rooms
• Maintains job knowledge by the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) and state regulatory requirements
• Follows department timekeeping procedures
• Works at the main campus and satellite facilities

Essential Skills:

• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently to meet deadlines
• Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations in a calm and professional manner
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and unexpected situations
• Ability to communicate with patients, healthcare professionals, and staff to ensure a clear and accurate exchange of information
• Proficient in the use of mammography and DEXA equipment

Required Certifications & Licensure: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) - Radiology (R); California Radiologic Technologist (CRT) license, Radiography and Mammography; American Heart Association BLS.

Experience:

• Preferred: Mammography screening experience.

Required Education: Graduate of a Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) approved School of Radiologic Technology.

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