Mammography Technologist 2 - TGH Imaging Oldsmar

Tampa General Hospital; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Tampa General Hospital is looking for a Mammography Technologist 2 to perform various mammography procedures under the direction of a Radiologist. Responsibilities include verifying prescriptions, explaining procedures to patients, and ensuring technical quality of radiologic images. Candidates must have a high school diploma, complete a 2-year Radiologic Technology program, hold a Florida State License and ARRT registry, and have BLS certification. This is a full-time on-site position located in Oldsmar, FL.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of a 2-year Radiologic Technology Program from an accredited school.
• Current and valid Florida State License (CRT).
• Current and valid Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) registry and Mammography (M) registry.
• Basic Life Support BLS through the American Heart Association (CPR).

Responsibilities

• Verifies prescriptions match procedures and records all relevant symptoms.
• Explains procedures to patients to ease anxieties and ensure cooperation.
• Positions patients and adjusts equipment to obtain optimal views.
• Processes digital images, ensuring technical quality and acceptability.
• Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize exposure.

Skills

Radiation protection techniques

Patient positioning

Technical quality assessment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of a 2-year Radiologic Technology Program

Current and valid Florida State License (CRT)

Current and valid Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) registry

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Job Description - Mammography Technologist 2 (260001OZ)

Job Description

Mammography Technologist 2 - (260001OZ)

Description

Summary

Under the direction of a Radiologist, Facility Manager performs mammography procedures according to protocols established according to the ACR and FDA, at a technical level requiring supervision of technical detail. Performs screening and diagnostic procedures using either 2D or 3D technical radiographic procedures that will require judgement and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiological diagnosis. Assumes responsibility for designated area or procedures as required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Verifies that the prescription matches the procedure that is going to be performed and records all reasons for the exam including all signs and symptoms.
• Explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
• Positions patient and adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician.
• Moves mammography equipment into specified position and adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors such as time and distance.
• Processes radiologic digital images and examines for technical quality and diagnostic acceptability.
• Verify that the patient’s exam corresponds to the ordered exam in PACS. Make changes in billing codes/exam titles as needed.
• Make sure to present any prior studies along with current studies to radiologist for diagnostic assessment.
• Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff.
• Stock/Order supplies, check machine for any problems, perform equipment QC when needed.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications / Education / Experience:

• Minimum of a High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of a 2-year Radiologic Technology Program from an accredited school.
• Current and valid Florida State License (CRT)
• Current and valid Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) registry and Mammography (M) registry
• Basic Life Support BLS through the American Heart Association (CPR)

Primary Location

Oldsmar

Work Locations

TGHI Oldsmar 3870 Tampa Road Oldsmar 34677

Eligible for Remote Work : On Site

Job

Radiology/Imaging Services

Organization

TGH Imaging

Schedule

Full-time

Scheduled Days : Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday