Mammography Technologist

TriHealth; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Mammography Technologist to join their team in Cincinnati. In this pivotal role, you will perform essential imaging procedures that assist in diagnosing diseases and injuries. You will work closely with radiologists and surgical teams, ensuring quality assurance and maintaining accurate records in the electronic medical record system. This position offers the opportunity to enhance your skills in a fast-paced environment while contributing to patient care and education. If you are passionate about radiology and patient interaction, this role could be a perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Perform quality mammography procedures and maintain accurate records.
• Adhere to infection prevention procedures and ensure equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the diagnosis of disease through imaging and guided procedures.
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment while interacting with patients.

Skills

Mammography Procedures

Patient Care

Quality Assurance

Record Maintenance

Verbal Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Mammography Certification

ARRT Licensure

ODH Licensure

Tools

EMR Systems

Job description

Under the direction of the Radiologist and the supervision of the manager or supervisor, the mammography technologist performs imaging to assist in the diagnosis of disease and injuries. The mammography technologists perform screening and diagnostic imaging, mammography guided procedures, specimen imaging, and bone density scanning in accordance with the American College of Radiology's appropriateness criteria, or by protocols developed and agreed upon by physician leadership. They maintain annual competencies in those areas of imaging. This position is responsible for performing quality mammography procedures, maintaining accurate records and documenting in the EMR, maintaining a cooperative relationship with interdepartmental team members including breast radiologists and breast surgical practice, and ensuring quality assurance / quality control as required by FDA / ACR. The technologist works effectively with patients and families to provide care, complies with infection prevention procedures, participates in student education and orientation of new employees, ensures operation of mammography equipment by adhering to SOPs, troubleshooting and reporting malfunctions, assists clerical staff in record maintenance, and maintains a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures. They also update their job knowledge through educational opportunities and perform other duties as assigned. Strong verbal and organizational skills are essential, along with the ability to interact with patients in a fast-paced environment. Travel to additional locations may be required. Mammography certification is required within 12 months of employment within this modality. The position requires meeting the minimum continuing educational requirements established by the state of Ohio and maintaining ARRT and ODH licensure. The role adheres to the Practice Standards defined by the ASRT.