Position Highlights
- Work location: Texas Health Willow Park 101 Crown Pointe Blvd, Willow Park, TX 76087
- Work environment: Radiology Ultrasound Services
- Work hours: Part‑Time Day Shift Variable Hours Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited school of radiologic technology (Required)
- Associate's Degree (Preferred)
- Breast Ultrasound experience (Preferred)
- Meet the mammography requirements as stated in Federal Register for MQSA under Part 900.12(a)(2) (Preferred)
- ARRT – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Radiography Upon Hire (Required)
- ARRT – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Mammography Upon Hire (Preferred)
- ARRT – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Mammography within 12 Months of hire (Required) and CMRT – Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist either by the TDH or TMB Upon Hire (Required)
- BCLS – Basic Cardiac Life Support within 30 Days of hire (Required)
Position Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
Direct Patient Care
- Perform mammograms and diagnostic radiographs.
- Produce quality images in mammography as defined by the American College of Radiology guidelines.
- Possess standard and advanced positioning skills.
- Perform quality diagnostic radiology exams for general radiography and fluoroscopic exams.
- Greet patients in a courteous manner.
- Introduce yourself by name and explain the procedure to patients and families when necessary.
Quality Assurance / Control
- Mammography: phantom images, visual inspections, compression checks, screen contracts, peer reviews, monthly checklist for all mammography units; inform physicist of any repairs needed.
- Equipment Maintenance: keep logs, preventive maintenance, and physicist survey on all X‑ray equipment.
- Repeat Rates: collect and tabulate repeat rates for diagnostic radiology, mammography, and stereotactic table.
- Diagnostic Radiology: visual inspections for the RF, tomo, mammography rooms and apron/glove leak checks, screen contact, peer review, and technologist peer review.
- Other: arrange for calibrations, electrical checks, review and update QA books, review all standards (ACR/TDH/FDA and JCAHO), distribute film badges, generate and distribute continuing education certificates; responsible for annual inspection by TDH and FDA; attend monthly departmental staff meetings; complete quarterly QI report for QRMC.
Non‑Direct Patient Care
- Documentation: accurately enter patient data in RIS system for tracking and exam verification (billing).
- Present patient case history and images to radiologists for review by pulling images from PACS and hanging analog films on multiviewers as needed.
- Training, education, and team support: meet or exceed continuing education requirements for mammography and diagnostic radiology as required by Texas Department of Health, American College of Health, American College of Radiology, and FDA/MQSA guidelines.
- Attend monthly departmental staff meetings and mandatory in‑service; follow department/hospital policies on absences, tardiness, time and attendance, supervisor notification, and wearing ID badge.
Patient Safety
- Verify patient with two identifiers.
- Maintain equipment cleanliness and inspect, report any malfunctions.
- Respond to emergency situations appropriately.
- Recognize safety hazards and act to protect patients, self and others.
Leadership / Responsibility
- Attend monthly staff meetings.
- Collaborate with the Departmental Director, Team Lead Rad Mammographer, and Leadership Team for process improvement.
- Work toward becoming more effective with the leadership team regarding strategic objectives and department growth.
Benefits
Why Texas Health? As a Texas Health Mammographer, you’ll enjoy top‑notch benefits including 401(k) with match, paid time off, competitive health insurance choices, healthcare and dependent care spending account options, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, a student loan repayment program and more.
Additional Perks of Being a Mammographer
- Gain a sense of accomplishment by contributing in a teamwork environment.
- Receive excellent mentorship, comprehensive training and dedicated leadership resources.
- Enjoy opportunities for growth.