Mammography Technologist

Company: AdventHealth
Location: Winter Park
Posted on: February 16, 2020

Job Description:

Description

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Mammographer - AdventHealth - Winter Park

Top Reasons to work at AdventHealth - Winter Park

* Winter Park Memorial Hospital has continuously served the residents of Winter Park and its surrounding communities for more than 50 years
* Chartered in 1951, the hospital has grown from the visionary efforts of a handful of Winter Park residents and community leaders, to a 307-bed acute care facility that is a model of community health and wellness
* Over the years the hospital has continually expanded to meet the needs of the community, adding an upscale obstetrics and Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at The Dr. P. Phillips Baby Place, cancer care at the AdventHealth Cancer Institute, Winter Park, and state-of-the-art surgery, recovery and rehabilitation at the AdventHealth Orthopaedic Institute

Work Hours/Shift: Part Time

You Will Be Responsible For:

* Demonstrates through behavior Florida Hospital's core values of Integrity, Compassion, Balance, Excellence, Stewardship and Teamwork
* Produces quality radiographs per the procedure manual. Documents history utilizes appropriate exposure, positioning, patient ID and markers. Reviews all images for evidence and accuracy of RT/LT marker placement and proper orientation. Repeats any view that fails to include all required anatomical structures or lacks proper contrast and spatial resolution. Adheres to the Image Quality Goals & Criteria. [Exam Supervision and Administration]
* Completes work in appropriate timeframe and ensures accuracy and completeness of work performed. Sets priorities and performs well in stressful and emergency situations. [Personal Productivity and Accountability]
* Utilizes computer system to update exam status, cancel/update orders as needed. Ensures charges match procedure completed. Confirms proper exam/patient assignment before releasing images to PACS for interpretation. Corrects erroneous accession numbers in PACS. [Data Processing]
* Performs daily, weekly, monthly, semi-annual Quality Assurance on all Mammography units and processors. [Quality Control]
* Operates and maintains Imaging equipment in a safe manner. Adheres to all infection control standards. Utilizes knowledge of personal protective equipment (PPE) to protect from exposure to chemical, radiation and/or biohazard. Properly wears Dosimeter badge and seeks to minimize radiation exposure. [Safety and Environment of Care]

Qualifications

What You Will Need:

Required:

* Current valid State of Florida license as a General Radiographer
* ARRT ( R )
* ARRT ( M )
* Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
* Current Florida driver's license, class E and driving record in accordance with Florida Hospital policy (cc 3100 only)
* Knowledge of mammography
* Knowledge of diagnostic radiological positions (cost center 4337 only)
* Ability to determine appropriate technical factors

Preferred:

* Minimum of one year in Mammography
* Minimum of one year of experience performing stereotactic core biopsies
* Minimum of one year of experience performing breast needle localizations
* Good organizational skills
* Knowledge of PACS and associated equipment

Job Summary:

Under Supervision performs the duties directly involved with mammography applying ionizing radiation for the purpose of detecting pathology. In addition to mammography, may also perform DXA scans at locations where the service is offered. For cost center 4337 the technologist may also perform Diagnostic Radiological exams (fluoroscopy excluded). Regulates the equipment used to expose the imaging receptor; processes and organizes images. Operates equipment safely and maintains ALARA standards when using ionizing radiation to produce radiographic images. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

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