Mammography- Diagnostic Specialist Mammo Level II

Position Title

Department

Diagnostic Specialist- Mammo II

Diagnostic Department

SECTION A: OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The Mammography Specialist II is responsible for performing all mammogram examinations.  While providing patient care and customer service, the technologist must perform and complete the following:  requisition evaluation, patient assessment, room preparation, patient management, equipment operation, technique selection, positioning skills, radiation safety, image processing, and image evaluation.  The Mammography Specialist II also conducts quality assurance procedures and maintains required department statistics.

SECTION B: MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

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PERCENTAGE

1.  Assessment, Quality, and Exam

a)       Confirms patient information and verifies the procedure prescribed.

b)       Confirms and documents patient information and history.

c)       Selects appropriate techniques for the procedures.

d)       Uses appropriate radiation safety standards and devices.

e)       Performs various mammography procedures.

f)        Reviews images to determine if additional views will enhance the diagnostic value of the procedure.

g)       Demonstrates abilities using RIS/PACS which includes but not limited to sending and retrieving data, document scanning, correct order entry, billing, and correction of data errors.

h)       Performs quality assurance (QA) activities based on established protocols and establishes an action plan to ensure safe practice and improved quality of materials, equipment and skills.

i)        Demonstrates quality work, completes assignments on a timely basis, and makes decision within limits of authority.

50

2.  Records and Documentation

a)       Documents diagnostic, treatment and patient data in the appropriate record.

b)       Documentation must be timely, accurate, concise and complete.

c)       Records diagnostic or treatment data and performs routine archiving status checks and deletes data according to established guidelines.

30

3.  Other Duties

a)       Maintain and renew Mammography ACR and other accreditations

b)       Trains new staff and monitors work product.

c)       Maintains supply inventory

d)       Provide monthly statistics

e)       Adhere to patient safety/infection control policies and procedures, facility rules and regulations, policies and procedures, professional code of ethics, regulatory agency guidelines and requirements, and accreditation standards.

f)        Performs all other miscellaneous responsibilities and duties as assigned.

g)       Takes initiative in problem solving, maintains confidentiality of patient and company information, and interacts with patients, co-workers, and management in a courteous and respectful manner.

h)       Maintains attendance standards consistent with company policy.

20

TOTAL:

           100%

SECTION C: OTHER INFORMATION

RESPONSIBLE TO:

Mammography Team Lead and Diagnostic Manager

SUPERVISES:

None

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Desired Skills & Knowledge

One (1) year experience as a Mammography Technologist, with demonstrated above average technical skills.

Knowledge of imaging equipment and radiation physics, safety, medical terminology, and department protocols.  Knowledge of human anatomy and mammography.

Ability to read, write, speak and understand simple sentences in English; follow oral and written instructions precisely; get along well with others; and demonstrate an attitude of respect and professionalism.

Licensure & Certification

A current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification as a registered Mammography Technologist (M). 

A current State of Hawaii Radiologic Technologist license as a radiographer.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Employees must be physically able to perform, efficiently and effectively, the essential duties of the position which typically require the ability to read without strain printed material the size of typewritten characters, glasses permitted, and the ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid, or the ability to compensate satisfactorily.

The position may work on rotating shifts, with work on weekends and holidays.