Mammographer II

Saint Francis Health System; Broken Arrow (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Francis Health System in Broken Arrow, OK, is seeking a Mammography Technologist to operate mammography equipment and perform screening and diagnostic exams.

The role requires ARRT registration with Mammography certification, and 6 months to 1 year of related experience. Typical shifts are 4 x 10 hours, with patient-focused care and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program.
• ARRT registration and Mammography certification required.
• 6 months to 1 year related experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic mammography, galactograms and needle localizations.
• Performs breast ultrasound.
• Executes timely screening mammography with a low repeat rate.
• Explains exam to patients and reduces anxiety.
• Complies with all departmental and hospital policies.

Skills

Mammography

Radiologic Technology

Patient communication

Attention to detail

Education

Radiologic Technology Program

Job description

Full TimeDays

Shift: 4 x 10 hour shifts, 7am- 5:30pm. Preferred days Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri. (can discuss further)

Job Summary: Operates mammography equipment to produce radiographic images of the breast. Ability to perform screening and diagnostic mammograms; all specialty views, galactograms, needle localizations, and breast ultrasound.

Minimum Education: Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program.

Licensure, Registration and/or Certification: Registration from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and Certification in Mammography required.

Work Experience: 6 months to 1 year related experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Competent to perform screening and diagnostic mammograms on men and women of mammography age 18 - 100 years. Demonstrated skills and knowledge of mammography unit and advanced positioning skills. Effective interpersonal, written and oral communication skills. Ability to organize and prioritize work in an effective and efficient manner. Ability to be detail oriented as required in the examination of clinical and numerical data.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Performs diagnostic mammography, galactograms and needle localizations. Performs breast ultrasound: exercises appropriate judgement, efficiency, and correct technique in the performance of ultrasound imaging. Performs timely screening mammography, with less than 5% repeat rate. Enters accurate patient history and charges off exam. Explains exam in a manner patient can understand, gains patient cooperation and reduces patient anxiety. Complies with all departmental and hospital policies. Performs other duties as required by lead technologist or manager.

Decision Making: Independent judgment in planning sequence of operations and making minor decisions in a complex technical or professional field.

Working Relationships: Works directly with patients and/or customers. Works with internal customers via telephone or face to face interaction. Works with external customers via telephone or face to face interaction. Works with other healthcare professionals and staff.

Special Job Dimensions: None.

Supplemental Information: This document generally describes the essential functions of the job and the physical demands required to perform the job. This compilation of essential functions and physical demands is not all inclusive nor does it prohibit the assignment of additional duties.

Mammography - Elm Campus

Location:

Broken Arrow, Oklahoma 74012

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