Mammography Tech FT Days, Outpatient Center

Right Hire Consulting LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann is seeking a Mammography Tech for full-time day shifts at the Outpatient Center. You will perform mammography radiographic exams, ensure patient safety, and manage data entry and image quality.

You will participate in QA for mammography equipment, assist with ACR accreditation renewals, and respond to emergencies within the department, while upholding our culture of compassion and accountability.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology; graduate of an approved program of Mammography Technology.
• Licenses/Certifications: MRT license or temporary license; ARRT-R and ARRT-M registrations; BLS certification.
• Experience/Skills: ability to lift/move patients; uphold Memorial Hermann culture and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Performs mammography radiographic exams with proper radiation safety and image quality.
• Enters and monitors patient data and prepares patients for exams.
• Performs quality assurance on mammography equipment and supports accreditation processes.
• Identifies and reports equipment malfunctions and accidents to management.
• Takes emergency calls within the department and ensures safe patient care.
• Promotes professional growth and compliance with continuing education requirements.

Skills

Patient handling

Mammography

Radiologic technology

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology

Graduate of an approved program of Mammography Technology

Tools

ACR accreditation process

Job description

Mammography Tech FT Days, Outpatient Center

About the job Mammography Tech FT Days, Outpatient Center

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology; graduate of an approved program of Mammography Technology

Licenses/Certifications:

Certified in Basic or Advanced Life Support

Current license or temporary license by the Texas Medical Board (MRT), required

Registered Radiology Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-R)

Registered Mammography Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-M)

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

Ability to lift and/or maneuver patients in conjunction with others in order to perform job functions.

Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of we advance health through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion and results while ensuring one Memorial Hermann.

Principal Accountabilities

Performs mammography radiographic exams on patients ensuring compliance with all radiation safety procedures: prepares patients for exam, explains procedure, administers contrast when necessary, positions patients for the exam, selects appropriate imaging techniques, and ensures technical quality of the images.

Enters and monitors patient data.

Performs quality assurance on mammography equipment. May assist with initial and renewal application for ACR and other accreditation.

Identifies and reports any accidents, complaints or equipment malfunction to department management.

Takes emergency call within the department.

Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.

Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.