Mammographer

genesishcs; Zanesville (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesis HealthCare System in Zanesville, OH is seeking a Mammography Radiologic Technologist to perform routine diagnostic and special mammographic exams with compassion and accuracy. You will assess image quality, use professional judgment, and educate patients on breast self-exams while adhering to radiation safety protocols.

Responsibilities include operating mammography equipment, assisting in wire localization or stereotactic biopsy, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting training

Qualifications

• ARRT certification in Radiology and OH license; mammography boards within 1 year.
• One year experience as a staff radiographer preferred.
• Competence in mammographic procedures and patient safety.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently under pressure and adapt to changes.
• Proficiency with electronic imaging and clinical information management systems.

Responsibilities

• Operates mammographic imaging equipment to complete procedures.
• Evaluates image quality and determines need for additional views.
• Assists in wire localization and stereotactic biopsy procedures.
• Follows radiation safety policies and regulatory requirements.
• Instructs patients on self-breast exam techniques.
• Participates in training radiology students and QA/QC activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Independent worker

Education

ARRT Certification in Radiology

Ohio Radiology License

Mammography boards within 1 year

Tools

PACS

HIS/RIS

Job description

GENESIS HEALTHCARE SYSTEM

In order to fill our Mission of serving our community by helping each person achieve optimal health and well-being by providing compassionate, exceptional, and affordable healthcare services, all employees of Genesis HealthCare System must be committed to living the Genesis Mission and Genesis values of Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, Team, and Innovation. All employees must regard themselves as an ‘owner’ of Genesis and keep our patients at the center of everything we do - always.

Position Details:

Work Shift: Varied Shift (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0

Department: HP Mammography

Overview of Position:

Performs routine diagnostic and special mammographic exams on assigned patients in an efficient and caring manner in order to provide data for the diagnosis of a variety of mammographic diseases. Evaluates exams for diagnostic quality while using professional judgment in the performance of services. Provides patient instruction on self-breast exam techniques.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Operates all mammographic-related imaging equipment to complete the scope procedures performed at this facility.
• Produces acceptable images by determining proper technical factors based on individual patients and/or procedures.
• Evaluates completed procedures for diagnostic quality, and determines when additional views and repeats are required.
• Assists physician in the performance of wire localization and/or stereotactic biopsy procedures, preparing images, sterile supplies and patient before procedure begins.
• Follows established protocols for specimen handling for pathology needs.
• Demonstrates understanding of all regulatory requirements in the performance of mammography.
• Instructs patients on self breast examination; providing complete information and/or demonstration as required by individual patients.
• Follows all radiation protection and radiation safety policies.
• Effectively uses computer systems (such as HIS, RIS, PACS) to process, access and distribute appropriate department and patient procedure information.
• Assists in transportation of patients to and from the department.
• Participates in providing education and information to patients and their families.
• Participates in clinical training of radiology students by providing instruction, supervision and evaluation as required.
• Participates in quality assurance/quality control activities as required.
• Performs other functions as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Certification by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists for Radiology and board eligible Mammography. Licensed in the State of Ohio in Radiology. Candidate must take mammography boards within 1 year of hire date.
• One year experience as a staff radiographer.
• Competence in all mammographic procedures performed at this facility.
• Excellent interpersonal, decision-making, facilitation, conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated excellence with listening, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure in a complex and changing working environment.
• Demonstrated computer skills and knowledge of computer software related to electronic imaging and clinical information management.
• CPR Certified

PATIENT CENTERED CARE & BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS

1. Living the Genesis Mission, Vision and Values:
   • Performs work in a manner that is quality focused.
   • Treats patients, co-workers, visitors and volunteers with courtesy, compassion, empathy and respect.
   • Results oriented and focused on achievement of objectives.
   • Acknowledges and responds to the diversity of people and the situation.
   • Encourages peers (others) to be owners of change.
   • Always makes the effort to anticipate and exceed customer needs and expectations.
   • Possesses the ability to engage others with patience and understanding.
   • Acts in a manner that creates positive first and lasting impressions.
   • Demonstrates the ability to own issues until they are resolved.
2. Patient Centered Care (patients/families, physicians, co-workers, all other internal/external customers):
   • Introduces self and role…connects with everyone.
   • Communicates effectively (i.e. advising others of actions, pertinent information, time durations, etc.) and asks for feedback.
   • Asks for and anticipates needs and concerns of others.
   • Maintains a positive work environment for staff and a healing environment for patients (i.e. safe, clean, quiet, etc.).
   • Maintains the dignity and privacy of each person; manages confidential/sensitive information appropriately.
   • Responds to requests in an appropriate and timely manner.
   • Exits patient/customer encounters courteously, asking if there are additional needs that can be addressed.
3. Promotes Patient and Employee Safety:
   • Demonstrates safe Patient Handling (i.e. transfers, transport, care administration, nutrition, medication, etc.).
   • Demonstrates safe Materials Handling (i.e. appropriate use and disposal of chemicals, infectious wastes, etc.).
   • Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of Infectious Disease precautions and use of proper protective equipment.
   • Demonstrates Slips/Trips and Falls Awareness.
   • Actively contributes to maintaining a safe, clean and quiet environment.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Ability to sit, stand, push, pull, bend, and walk for extended periods of time.
2. Ability to manipulate technical equipment including portable units, overhead tubes, monitors and other related accessories.
3. Ability to tolerate stress related to the mental and physical demands of the position.
4. Possess cognitive ability to manage multiple stimuli.
5. Possess cognitive ability to assess situational needs and problem solve.

This description reflects in general terms the type and level of work performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive, nor portray the specific duties of any one incumbent.

Thank you for your interest in employment at Genesis. Genesis is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. Selection of applicants for employment is based only on qualifications and the requirements of a specific job.