Mammography Technologist Full Time Days

Tenet Healthcare; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital is seeking a Mammography Technologist for full-time day shifts. You will perform diagnostic mammographic exams, verify patient information, and ensure imaging quality while following established policies.

The role requires ARRT Mammography certification and BLS for Healthcare Providers by orientation end date. Responsibilities include patient assessment, image optimization, and collaboration with radiology staff.

Qualifications

• Registered by ARRT in Mammography (M)
• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers required by end of orientation

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic mammographic exams using appropriate imaging equipment and verify patient identity.
• Explain procedure, risks, and follow-up to patients.
• Set up equipment and acquire images per protocol; review images and communicate data to radiologist.
• Respond to medical emergencies as appropriate and provide post-care instructions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Technical knowledge

Multitasking

MQSA knowledge

Physical stamina

Manual dexterity

Education

ARRT Mammography (M) certification

Job description

Job Description - Mammography Technologist Full Time Days (2406003734)

Job Description

Mammography Technologist Full Time Days - 2406003734

Description

DMC Sinai-Grace Hospitalis DMC’s largest hospital, offering a comprehensive heart center, cancer care, gerontology, emergency medicine, obstetrics/gynecology and cosmetic services. Sinai-Grace’s joint replacement program features a revolutionary minimally invasive knee and hip replacement surgery that attracts patients from all over the country. Sinai-Grace operates more than 21 outpatient care sites and ambulatory surgery centers throughout Wayne and Oakland Counties and is one of 10 hospitals in the nation to be awarded a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation grant to help set the standards of cardiac care for hospitals and physicians throughout the nation.

Summary Description

Under general supervision and following established policies and procedures, performs diagnostic Mammographic exams utilizing appropriate imaging equipment. Verifies patient identity and reviews patient’s medical record for appropriateness of exam or procedure.

• Interviews patient to obtain, verify or update medical history and assesses risk factors such as medications, pregnancy and/or psychological indicators.
• Explains procedure to patient, including side effects of pharmaceuticals administered, risks, benefits, alternatives and follow-up.
• Sets up equipment and acquires appropriate images as per script. Reviews images, makes initial observations, documents exceptions from established protocols and communicates data to radiologist.
• Recognizes and responds to medical emergencies as appropriate. Provides physician-prescribed post care instructions to patients.
• Participates in process improvement activities within radiology practice including but not limited to quality of care, patient flow, reject-repeat analysis and patient satisfaction.
• Provides imaging education to residents, student technologists and new employees.
• Able to take call/standby as required by the department. May perform the duties of a Radiologic Technologist, as needed.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

1. 1. Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Mammography (M).
2. 2. Required to have or successfully complete American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support – Healthcare Provider (BLS) training by end of orientation period.

Skills Required

1. Analytical and clinical skills necessary to determine the most age appropriate method of providing requested radiographs specific to patient’s physical ability and/or limitations.

2. Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to deal effectively with and instruct patients who may be under physical/emotional stress; ability to comprehend and follow physicians verbal and written request and prescriptions; ability to work effectively in a culturally diverse atmosphere with a variety of hospital personnel and/or patients.

3. Technical knowledge necessary to operate equipment including but not limited to all specialized equipment and computers.

4. Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment, handle multiple/changing priorities.

5. Knowledge and understanding of American College of Radiology and MQSA requirements for accreditation.

6. Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting and positioning of patients.Physical ability to stand, bend, push, pull, reach and lift in order to provide patient.

7. Manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate and utilize all types of imaging equipment and supplies in order to produce images of acceptable diagnostic quality.

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Upon receipt of a conditional offer of employment, applicant will be required to undergo a criminal background check.

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