Technologist-Mammography

Baptist; Paragould (AR); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation in Paragould, AR seeks a Radiologic Technologist with Mammography specialization to perform imaging procedures in line with radiology practice standards and assist in diagnosis and treatment.

The role involves selecting the right techniques and positioning, developing procedure plans, documenting per hospital policy, maintaining equipment, and contributing to performance improvement activities.

Qualifications

• 6 months mammography experience or as required to meet Mammo competencies after orientation
• ARRT(R) registration in Radiologic Technology; Mammography ARRT(M) within 12 months of hire
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire date

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates thorough understanding of radiologic principles/theory and uses the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures.
• Develops and implements procedure/treatment plan.
• Completes documentation to comply with hospital policies.
• Maintains equipment, rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition for patient safety.
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities to align with standards.
• Completes assigned goals.

Skills

Mammography

Positioning know-how

Education

ARRT(R) registered in Radiography

ARRT(M) in Mammography preferred

BLS certification

Tools

X-ray imaging systems

Quality control procedures

Job description

Job Summary

Performs imaging procedures/treatments according to radiology practice standards in order to aid in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease. Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiologic principals/theory and utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments, as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results.
• Develops appropriate procedure/treatment plan.
• Implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established hospital protocols/guidelines.
• Completes documentation as required to comply with hospital policies and procedures.
• Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
• Participates in hospital and departmental Performance Improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards.
• Completes assigned goals.

Experience

• Minimum Required
• 6 months experience in specialty area as required to meet all Mammo competencies at the end of orientatation period

Education

• Minimum Required
• Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT(R), with Registry in Mammography ARRT(M) preferred. Must complete certification for ARRT(M) within 12 months of hire date. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire date.