Mammography Technologist - FT - Evenings - $15K Sign on Bonus - MHW
Memorial Healthcare System
Summary
Performs breast imaging procedures in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.
Job description
Summary
Performs breast imaging procedures in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.
Responsibilities
- Reviews patient history and physician's orders.
- Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
- Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.
- Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
- Prepares equipment and supplies.
- Selects appropriate imaging parameters.
- Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.
- Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
- Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s).
- Analyzes images and identifies issues with the quality of images.
- Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure if clinically appropriate.
- Charges appropriately for all supplies used for procedure and utilizes appropriate exam codes.
Competencies
Accountability, accuracy & quality, customer service, image production, analysis and archival, patient and family centered care, patient assessment and care, patient positioning and procedures, radiation protection, responding to change, standards of behavior.
Additional Job Information
Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technologist program
- Registered as a Technologist (RT) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- Registered in mammography (M) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) license - State of Florida
- BLS certification - American Heart Association
- One (1) year of technologist experience in a healthcare setting
- Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and ability to work with minimal supervision
- Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Veteran's Preference
Company overview
Memorial Healthcare System is one of the largest not-for-profit healthcare systems in the United States, headquartered in Hollywood, Florida. Founded in 1953, the organization operates six major hospitals including Memorial Regional Hospital, Memorial Hospital West, Memorial Hospital Miramar, Memorial Hospital Pembroke, and the renowned Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital. With approximately 17,000 employees, Memorial Healthcare System provides a comprehensive continuum of care ranging from primary care services to advanced tertiary and quaternary programs such as adult and pediatric cardiac transplant, bone marrow transplant, trauma care, and intensive care services. The system has earned numerous prestigious awards including recognition as a Florida Cancer Center of Excellence, U.S. News and World Report Best Hospitals for Rehabilitation, and Great Place to Work certification. Memorial Healthcare System is committed to delivering patient-centered care through innovative medical services including cancer care, cardiac and vascular services, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatrics, and women's health services, while maintaining a strong focus on community outreach and medical education programs.