Mammography Technologist (EGH)

• MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.
• VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.
• SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.

• Performs mammographic procedures and examinations according to physician's orders and department policies and procedures.
• Evaluates digital images for technical quality to ensure accurate diagnosis.
• Knows daily mammographic quality control process (i.e. Printer QA, Digital QA, Mammography Unit QA, etc.)
• Consults with the radiologist to obtain correct protocol for each individual patient.
• Demonstrates/educates patients on Breast Self Examination.
• Exhibits skilled positioning techniques when needed in unusual situations.
• Calculates exposure factors to achieve the most accurate results.
• Correctly uses work list for accurate labeling of images.
• Assumes care for the physical and psychological needs of patients during examinations and procedures.
• Knows PACS system for retrieving prior images and ensures previous images are available.
• Knows how to print digital / ultrasound exams for film sign outs to other facilities (i.e. specimen film, etc).
• Conducts Timeouts according to policy for all biopsies and surgery procedures.

• Performs breast ultrasound procedures and examinations according to physician's orders and department policies and procedures.
• Assumes care for the physical and psychological needs of patients during sonographic examinations and procedures.
• Correlates the mammographic images with the ultrasound images.
• Cleans and maintains the ultrasound equipment monthly.
• Selects technical factors and evaluates results for technical quality.
• Enters accurate exam information into the Radiology information System.
• Ensures routine PMs are done.
• Operates all equipment (i.e. mammographic,, monitors, laser printer, etc.)
• Maintains an adequate supply of film for the laser printer to ensure proper operation and knows how to load film as well as the recycling procedure for the department.
• Notifies the supervisor of needed equipment repairs to ensure correct operation; documents equipment problems.
• Responsible for contacting the appropriate service engineer and documenting equipment problems when the supervisor is not available.
• Knows how/when to use Technical Support if needed (In-house, Selenia).
• Conducts Timeouts according to policy for all biopsies and surgery procedures.

• Results procedural information into the radiology computer system and knows how to cancel and reorder if needed.
• Charges patient for correct exams performed.
• Obtains accurate patient histories and documents in MRS.
• Verifies CAD documentation on reports in MRS.
• Correctly fills out Pathology/Lab slips.
• Knows the procedure for documenting, correcting and verifying PACS information.
• Follows the standard work flow in PACS.
• Contribute to the overall effectiveness of the department
• Completes other job-related duties and projects as assigned.

• Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
• Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.
• Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.
• Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.
• Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.
• Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.
• Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.
• Complies with established organization and department policies.
• Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.

• Leverage innovation everywhere.
• Cultivate human talent.
• Embrace performance improvement.
• Build greatness through accountability.
• Use information to improve and advance.
• Communicate clearly and continuously.

• The knowledge, skills, and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired through the successful completion of Some College or Vocational Training. ARRT (R)/Indiana State Board ARRT (M) is required. Up to 1 year experience is required. One year minimum as a staff Radiographer and one to two years experience in Mammography preferred. Must have valid 'General Certification' from Indiana State Board of Health.

• Proper patient mobilization is needed to obtain quality images.
• Accurately positions of patients and equipment for each view required for exams.
• Calculates correct exposure factors keeping patient dose to a minimum.
• Knowledge of contrast media and reactions and drugs necessary to counteract.
• Safely operates all Mammography/Diagnostic equipment, including computer system, and mammographic equipment.
• Practices aseptic technique.
• Adepts knowledge of human anatomy essential in the production of quality images for accurate diagnosis with special emphasis on breast imaging.
• Team player.
• Must be able to empathize with the mental/emotional stress of those patients having mammograms.

• Works in a hospital office and patient care environment.

• Frequent lifting, bending, stooping, walking, standing throughout the normal shift.
• May require an awkward or straining position for short periods of time in lifting or handling heavy objects.
• Required to stand for duration of shift.

Beacon Health System