Mammo Technologist I FTDaysKirby Breast Imaging CenterHouston Methodist • Houston, Mississippi, USA

Mammo Technologist I FTDaysKirby Breast Imaging Center

Houston Methodist • Houston, Mississippi, USA

16 days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Overview

At Houston Methodist the Mammography Technologist I position performs mammograms biopsies and bone density exams as applicable. This position performs high quality mammography examinations in accordance with the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) and American College of Radiology (ACR) standards. The Mammography Technologist I position may assist with quality control activities. This position is a member of the direct patient care team.

Houston Methodist Standard

PATIENT AGE GROUP(S) AND POPULATION(S) SERVED

Refer to departmental Scope of Service and Provision of Care plans as applicable for description of primary age groups and populations served by this job for the respective HM entity.

HOUSTON METHODIST EXPERIENCE EXPECTATIONS

Provide personalized care and service by consistently demonstrating our I CARE values :

INTEGRITY : We are honest and ethical in all we say and do.

COMPASSION : We embrace the whole person including emotional ethical physical and spiritual needs.

ACCOUNTABILITY : We hold ourselves accountable for all our actions.

RESPECT : We treat every individual as a person of worth dignity and value.

EXCELLENCE : We strive to be the best at what we do and a model for others to emulate.

Practices the Caring and Serving Model

Delivers personalized service using HM Service Standards

Provides for exceptional patient / customer experiences by following our Standards of Practice of always using Positive Language (AIDET Managing Up Key Words)

Intentionally collaborates with other healthcare professionals involved in patients / customers or employees experiential journeys to ensure strong communication ease of access to information and a seamless experience

Involves patients (customers) in shift / handoff reports by enabling their participation in their plan of care as applicable to the given job

Actively supports the organizations vision fulfills the mission and abides by the I CARE values

Responsibilities

PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.

Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards department goals for retention and employee engagement.

Communicates effectively with others to facilitate providing the highest quality service during every customer and patient encounter.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Performs mammograms for both diagnostic and screening purposes; performs biopsies and bone density exams.

Proactively assesses identifies and responds to the needs of the patient for adjustment or intervention to optimize patient care image quality and patient experience. This includes : positioning physiology procedure preparation and technical factors. Modifies technical factors to achieve desired imaging results and recognizes complications and limitations associated with certain procedures.

Provides direct assistance to physicians during diagnostic or special procedures including assisting with sterile technique.

Provides accurate explanations and instructions to patients and family members at an appropriate level utilizing verbal and non-verbal skills terminology and language.

QUALITY / SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Follows safety standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly. Uses ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) to protect patients staff and general public and follows radiation safety standards. Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures regularly practices aseptic techniques and ensures compliance with radiation safety and infection control procedures. Complies with job department and hospital safety standards practices and policies. Uses critical thinking skills to review and critique images and make adjustments in order to obtain highest quality images to meet requirements of the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) regulations.

Reports near misses and inputs errors promptly into appropriate hospital patient safety reporting system to improve processes and identify trends. Contributes to identification of corrective actions and improvement activities and contributes to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety.

Performs daily imaging equipment quality control (QC) ensuring all imaging equipment is in safe working order prior to use. Reports any malfunctions to management and regularly practices preventive maintenance procedures; calls for service if needed.

Utilizes critical thinking skills to observe and proactively address patient reactions (i.e. contrast media and medications) or potential outcomes and obtains assistance as appropriate.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered.

Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks.

GROWTH / INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Participates in department projects or shared governance activities. Assumes responsibility for growth and development by participating in in-services programs and continuing education.

Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a Technologist.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business / job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications Licenses and Registrations section.

WORK EXPERIENCE

None

License / Certification

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

ARRT-R - Radiologic Technologist - Radiographer (ARRT) AND

ARRT-M - Radiologic Technologist - Mammography (ARRT) within 6 months AND

CMRT - Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist - State Licensure through the Texas Medical Board AND

BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA)

KSA / Supplemental Data

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job determined through on-going skills competency assessments and performance evaluations

Sufficient proficiency in speaking reading and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security

Ability to effectively communicate with patients physicians family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles

Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include Hospital / Radiology Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents

Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients visitors physicians and co-workers

Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including organizing work flow and actively participating in problem-solving

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE

Uniform No

Scrubs Yes

Business professional No

Other (department approved) Yes

ON-CALL

Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster Severe Weather Events etc) regardless of selection below.

On Call

Yes

TRAVEL

Travel specifications may vary by department

May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes

May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes

Company Profile

Since its founding in 1919 Houston Methodist Hospital has earned worldwide recognition. Houston Methodist Hospital is affiliated with the Weill Medical College of Cornell University and New York-Presbyterian Hospital one of the nations leading centers for medical education and 2020 U.S. News & World Report namedHouston Methodist Hospitalto its top ranked Honor Roll for the fourth time and second consecutive year. 2020 also marked the ninth year in a row Houston Methodist Hospital has been named the No. 1 hospital in Texas. Houston Methodist Hospital directs millions of research dollars into patient care and offers the latest innovations in medical surgical and diagnostic techniques. With 952 operating beds 85 operating rooms and over 8000 employees Houston Methodist offers complete care for patients from around the world.

The same high-quality care for which Houston Methodist is known is available at several Emergency Care Centers in Houston and the surrounding areas. These Emergency Care Centers house exam rooms full digital radiography suite low radiation dose 16-slice CT scan ultrasound and a full on-site stat chemistry lab.

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