Radiologic Mammography Technologist Outpatient - White Plains Hospital
White Plains, NY 10601
About the Job
Position Summary
Will work under the supervision of the Radiology administrator and/or designee. Performs routine and some special procedure imaging. Prepares patient for procedures. Assists radiologists when needed. Prepares, operates and cares for the equipment being used. Adheres to established radiology “standards of care”. Applies principles of radiation protection, when appropriate to minimize exposure to patient, self and others. Assumes responsibility for assigned area and duties. Adheres to practice wide customer service programs. Performs other duties as assigned, such as quality assurance. Performs diagnostic and some special procedure medical radiographic images utilizing radiologic assistance. Exercises professional judgment in performance of procedures.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities Includes the Following:
Education & Experience Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED required
- The Mammographer must be a graduate of an allied health education and accredited radiography school or hospital based program. NY State DOH Licensure or Limited Permit required. ARRT registered (RT).
- Passing advanced Mammo examination /certification preferred or within 1 year from date of hire.
- Including 40 hours of training in mammography including anatomy and physiology, QA/QC and 25 mammo exams under direct supervision by an MQSA individual during the orientation process.
- Continuing education requirements need to be upheld to meet the standards set forth by governing bodies. Current standards are 24 ECE credits over a two-year period depending on year of birth.
- 15 category 1 CEU in mammo in a 36 month period.
- BLS certification through the (AHA) American Heart Association is required or must be completed with 90 days of hire.
- Radiation dose pledge for both Image Gently and Image Wisely through the American College of Radiology (ACR) will be performed during the orientation process and before end of probationary period.
Core Competencies
- Must be able to speak, write, understand, and communicate the English language.
- Retain composure under stress
- Teamwork & Adaptability
- Acts as a Professional Role Model
- Assessment Skills
- Excellent Communication Skills (both verbal and written)
- Attention to Detail
- Planning & Organizing
- Sound Problem-Solving, Judgment and Decision-Making Skills
- Stress Tolerance
Physical/Mental Demands/Requirements & Work Environment:
- May be exposed to chemicals necessary to perform required tasks. Any hazardous chemicals the employee may be exposed to are
listed in the hospital’s SDS (Safety DataSheet) data base and accessed through the hospital’s Intranet site (Employee Tools/SDS Access). A copy of the SDS data base can also be found at the hospital switchboard, saved on a disc.
- Position requires ability to move about freely at least 85 per cent of the time.
- Must be able to remain stationary for extended/prolonged periods.
- Frequently moves/transports objects up to fifty (50) pounds and must be able to move patients of all weights with a minimum of one
(1) assist or assistive device/equipment.
- Must be able to work in environment with continuous interruptions.
- Must be able to assess and respond to rapidly changing situational needs of patients, department and hospital.
- Must be able to adapt in a high stress and fast-paced environment with multiple interruptions.
- Must be able to detect sounds and respond to emergency sounds/signals at all times.
- Must be able to constantly operate computer, equipment and other devices.
- Position requires ability to concentrate on fine detail with interruptions and attend to tasks for more than sixty (60) minutes at a time.
- Individual must be able to understand and relate to theories behind several related concepts and remember multiple tasks given during the course of a day.
Primary Population Served
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- Neonatal (birth – 28 days)
- Patients with exceptional communication needs
- Infant (29 days – less than 1 year)
- Patients with developmental delays
- Pediatric (1 – 12 years)
- Patients at end of life
- Adolescent (13 – 17 years)
- Patients under isolation precautions
- Adult (18 – 64 years)
- Patients with cultural needs
- Geriatric (> 65 years)
â˜'All populations
- Bariatric Patients with weight related comorbidities
- Non-patient care population
The responsibilities and tasks outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of White Plains Hospital.
Salary Range: ($73,326.24-$109,989.36)
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