Mammography Tech PRN Days

Baylor Scott & White Health; Ennis (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual from Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health in Texas is seeking a Mammography Technologist I to perform breast imaging under radiologist supervision, ensuring high-quality results and patient safety.

You will prepare patients, position equipment, document procedures, and maintain imaging records while working with a team to deliver timely care.

Qualifications

• Grad of an Accredited Program in radiologic technology.
• ARRT-M Mammography and ARRT-R Radiography certifications.
• Texas MRT license and BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs high quality Breast Imaging procedures according to exam protocol.
• Explains the procedure to patients and puts them at ease.
• Maintains accurate imaging documentation and records per policy.
• Operates and maintains imaging equipment following safety standards.
• Assists in infection control and workflow efficiency.

Skills

Patient communication

Calm under stress

Education

Grad of an Accredited Program

ARRT-M Mammography

ARRT-R Radiography

Medical Radiologic Technologist license (MRT) – Texas

BLS Certification

Job description

Job Summary

The Mammography Technologist 1, under general supervision of a Radiologist, performs Breast Imaging procedures on ambulatory and hospital patients as requested by a physician or other licensed provider for the diagnosis of disease and injury in accordance with established protocols.

Job Summary

The Mammography Technologist 1, under general supervision of a Radiologist, performs Breast Imaging procedures on ambulatory and hospital patients as requested by a physician or other licensed provider for the diagnosis of disease and injury in accordance with established protocols.

Essential Functions Of The Role

Performs high quality Breast Imaging procedures according to exam protocol, in a timely manner. Maintains production and quality of imaging procedures by following established standards and procedures. Utilizes AIDET when communicating with patients to: identify patient service requirements, ensure correct exam is performed on the correct patient, and establish rapport with patients and others. Instructs and communicates with patients and their family regarding the test to be performed and assesses patient's ability to tolerate exam. Prepares patient and area for procedure by positioning patient, adjusting immobilization devices, moving equipment into specified position and adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors. Protects patients and employees by adhering to safety requirements, infection-control, drug and radiation policies, protocols and techniques. Uses proper sterile techniques when setting up and performing invasive multimodality procedures and maintains hand hygiene requirements. Maintains equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards. Works with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal operational capabilities of equipment. Reports issues to management or appropriate department. Assists in maintaining supplies inventory. Ensures individuals are safe to enter the department by screening them according to approved policies and procedures. Obtains, verifies and maintains all relevant documentation such as requisition/chart, patient history, pregnancy status and shielding precautions taken, consent forms, policies and procedures, etc. Maintains medical imaging records in appropriate system and according to department policies and standards for interpretation in a timely manner.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

• Able to perform high quality Breast Imaging procedures according to exam protocol in a timely manner.
• Able to explain the procedure and put patients at ease.
• Able to provide services in a timely, accurate, and cost-efficient manner in compliance with established System and regulatory standards, policies and procedures.
• Able to perform tasks independently without need for routine oversight.
• Able to maintain a calm and helpful attitude, even under times of stress, and take appropriate and reasonable steps to resolve issues.
• Able to effectively administer first aid and use emergency cart.li>
• Able to ensure customer satisfaction by limiting wait times, providing courteous service, remaining professional, reviewing patient satisfaction scores and developing action plans when required.
• Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge, continued education and skills appropriate care for the following age groups (specific to department): newborn, pediatric, young adult, adult and geriatric.
• Able to serve as preceptor by providing quality training to new team members and on new services and initiatives.
• Able to take call, if required.

Benefits

Our competitive benefits package includes the following

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level

Qualifications

• EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program
• EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience

• - CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
• ARRT-M Mammography (ARRT-M)
• ARRT-R Radiography (ARRT-R)
• Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.
• Medical Radiologic Tech (MRT): Licensed by the State of Texas Medical Board as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT).