Mammography Technologist

Orlando Health; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Orlando Health Imaging Center Summerport Imaging Ctr in Windermere, FL is seeking a Mammography Technologist to perform diagnostic breast imaging, adhering to MQSA and FDA radiation safety standards while delivering compassionate patient care.

You will operate RIS, coordinate with radiologists, ensure accurate documentation, and maintain quality control in a fast-paced environment with day shift. Requires Florida state license, ARRT certification, and BLS; CME credits per MQSA may be required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
• Must maintain CME points as mandated by MQSA.
• Valid Florida state license.
• Valid ARRT certification (Radiologic Technologist).
• BLS/Healthcare Provider certification required.

Responsibilities

• Exhibits professional judgment in imaging services.
• Ensures adherence to FDA and MQSA requirements.
• Positions patient and equipment to obtain high-quality images.
• Verifies patient identity and documents history accurately.
• Maintains radiation safety for patients and staff.
• Operates RIS to track exams and reports.
• Maintains clean, well-organized work area.
• Adheres to Orlando Health policies and quality control standards.

Skills

Patient care

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Florida state license

ARRT certification

BLS certification

Tools

Radiology Information System

Job description

Location

5151 Winter Garden Vineland Rd, Windermere, FL

Shift

Full-Time, Day Shift

Position Summary

Provides quality patient care when performing mammography imaging services and related procedures by applying x-ray energy to demonstrate breast anatomy for interpretation and/or intervention while adhering to radiation safety principles.

Position

Mammography Technologist

Department

Oralndo Health Imaging Center Summerport Imaging Ctr

Location

5151 Winter Garden Vineland Rd, Windermere, FL

Shift

Full-Time, Day Shift

Position Summary

Provides quality patient care when performing mammography imaging services and related procedures by applying x-ray energy to demonstrate breast anatomy for interpretation and/or intervention while adhering to radiation safety principles.

Responsibilities

• Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complimentary to quality care.
• Complies with FDA and MQSA regulatory requirements.
• Adheres to Orlando Health mission statements and strategic imperatives.
• Assesses the patient’s physical condition and age specific needs.
• Provides instructions that achieve patient cooperation and desired results.
• Performs proper patient identification, acquires patient’s clinical history, and assures that the information is accurately documented.
• Positions patient, equipment, associated devices and manipulates technical factors, to achieve desired high-quality images for interpretation.
• Assesses diagnostic images for technical quality, proper annotation, patient identification, and ensures that all breast anatomy is demonstrated according to MQSA/ACR guidelines.
• Applies principles of radiation safety to minimize exposure to patients, self, and others.
• Requires utilization of Radiology Information System to accurately show arrival and completion of exams, correct coding of procedures done, and retrieval of reports.
• Utilizes sterile technique for sterile procedures in accordance with OH policy and training. Administers medical aid as required for any emergency.
• Comprehends and complies with Quality Control standards and participates in all Quality Control tasks.
• Applies appropriate standard precautions and personal protective equipment to prevent cross-contamination of contagious diseases.
• Utilizes all Corporate Radiology computer systems effectively and accurately.
• Ensures safety of all customers.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies, department guidelines and education requirements.
• Follows established imaging processing procedures and techniques.
• Maintains a clean organized work area.
• Maintains well stocked rooms.
• Assures customer satisfaction.
• Prioritizes workload to manage multiple priorities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
• Must have and maintain CME points as mandated by MQSA.
• None.
• Valid Florida state license.
• Valid Radiology registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification.
• BLS/Healthcare Provider certification required.