- Location
- Chesapeake, Virginia, United States
- Job type
- Part-time
Required skills
- Radiology Information System (RIS)
- Hospital computer system
About the role
The Mammography Technologist is responsible for the maintenance and quality of patient care on a continuing basis for the Mammography department and throughout the organization.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
These duties and responsibilities described below represent the general tasks performed on a daily basis; other tasks may be assigned.
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Produce a variety of high-quality radiographs through proper positioning and technique
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Perform visual preventative safety inspections and report dangerous department or equipment conditions to the appropriate personnel; communicate equipment malfunctions and low inventory levels to the Operations Manager
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Utilize all assigned functions of the Radiology Information Computer System (RIGS); utilize the hospital computer system to enter radiology and laboratory orders, charges, and/or credits
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Practice radiation safety in accordance with department policies
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Follow NRC and State regulations for radiation safety and keep exposure "ALARA"
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Confirm patient identity prior to procedure via verbal communication on outpatients and/or identification bands on inpatients
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Perform procedures as the schedule requires and rotate calls as needed
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Attend required hospital-wide orientations, meetings, and in-services
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Demonstrate a commitment to flexible work scheduling when necessary to ensure patient care
Supervisory Responsibilities
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Reports to: Mammography Lead / Director. May be assigned work from the Radiologists, the Administrative Director and other Clinical Leads
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Supervises: None
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Responsibilities: Not applicable
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and Experience
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Minimum Required Education: Successful completion of an accredited Radiologist Technology program
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Preferred Education: Not applicable
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Experience: Prior experience as a Registered Technologist is preferred, but will consider new graduates
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
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Must be ARRT registered
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Certified in Mammography within 12 months of date of hire
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BLS required
About Chesapeake Regional Healthcare
Provides comprehensive community-based healthcare services and hospital facilities.
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