Mammo Tech

Location: Wrangell, AKDuration: FulltimeDescription: The Radiologic Technologist must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients’ service on his or her assigned unit.The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the unit’s/area/departments policies and procedures.Responsibilities: Key Essential Functions And Accountabilities Of The JobAges Specific to Department: Newborn Birth through 1 MonthInfant 1 Month through 5 yearsSchool Age- 6 years through 12 yearsAdolescent/Teenager- 13 years through 17 yearsYoung Adult- 18 years through 34 yearsMiddle Adult- 35 years through 50 yearsMature Adult- 51 years through 69 yearsGeriatric Adult- 70 years +Culture/Religious Aspects: Employees will work with patients/employees of all cultural and religious backgrounds.Ethics And Compliance: Employees perform within the prescribed limits of SEARHC Ethics and Compliance Program. Is responsible to detect, observe and report compliance variances to their immediate supervisor, or upward through the chain of command, the Compliance Officer or hospital hotline.Customer Service: All employees must adhere to the Mission, Vision, and Key Values of SEARHC.Essential Functions: Must provide radiographic examination within department and other areas of all body parts for diagnostic interpretation.Must exercise professional judgement in performance of procedures applying principles of radiation protection.Maintains patient records and files.Assumes responsibility for departmental quality assurance program.Pursues continuing education.Transfers patient to and from radiology.In the absence of a supervisor, can assume responsibility for the department.Performs ancillary duties as requested by supervisor.Follows policies and procedures as set up by SEARHC Administration.Assists in general hygiene of department and self.Should be able to work well in situations of stress.Must be willing and able to take call and report to work within 20 minutes (if CT/Xray+Mammo).Must maintain competency in licensed modality.Able and willing to perform other duties as assigned.Competent in teleradiology transmission.Assist with invasive procedures and knowledge of these procedures.Competent in sterile technique.Mammography: Can Perform the Following: Quality controlScreeningDiagnosticComplete 5 CEU’s Mammography credits per year documented per ACR/FDA requirements.Performs 100 mammograms per year documented per ACR/FDA requirements.Lead Technologist (If Applicable): Will work in conjunction with Imaging Manager and Director, supports development and achievement of organizational goals and objectives.Reviews, edits, corrects, and validates PACS to ensure accurate patient procedure image labeling.Maintain organized and productive workflow within the clinical area.Assign daily responsibilities for front line staff.Respond to staff concerns promptly.Works to identify and solve operational problems.Oversee new staff orientation.Serve as an expert resource for staff in clinical specialties as well as organizational policies and procedures.Maintain best practices to ensure optimization of imaging protocols.Secondary Functions: Attends department/organizational meetings, in-services, and disaster drills.Willing to participate and serve on departmental, organizational, and community committees and teamsQualifications: Education: Graduation from an accredited Radiography SchoolExperience: 2 years’ experience Radiography1 year experience MammographyLicense/Certifications: American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) certified Radiography and MammographyMust complete annual educational requirements for licenses/certifications in areas where you function, i.e, CT dose.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology used in standard radiographic and CT exams.Extensive knowledge of radiation physics and protection (ALARA).Extensive understanding and knowledge of CT (computed tomography).Considerable knowledge of digitized imaging and multiple computer systems.Skills: Skilled at independently performing radiographic and CT exams.Skilled in oral and written communication.Skilled in organizing and cleaning work areas and maintaining equipment in serviceable condition.Abilities: Able to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with radiologists, providers, patients, computer technologists, and SEARHC staff.Able to perform multiple tasks in a small department.Able to learn new imaging exams as required by radiologists or providers.Specialty: Diagnostic ImagingSub Specialty(S): MammographerMinimum Years of Experience: 2As an equal opportunity employer, ICONMA provides an employment environment that supports and encourages the abilities of all persons without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.