Mammography Technologist campuses as coverage

Position: Mammography Technologist I (up to 19 hrs/wk; work at all campuses as needed for coverage)
* MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

* * EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
* * Associates of Applied Science

* Graduate of an accredited Radiography Program

* 8 hours initial digital training

* 8 hours initial tomosynthesis training

* 0+ years of experience

* LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS
* * American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT-R)

* American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT-M)

* Texas Medical Board certification (MRT)

* American Heart Association (BLS)

* JOB DESCRIPTION
* The Mammography Technologist I position works independently to complete screening, diagnostic mammographic, breast intervention & bone density exams. This includes common and special mammographic exams of moderate complexity. This position provides direct assistance to physicians with all diagnostic and special breast procedures. This mammography Technologist I position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to breast exam standards and guidelines established by governing agencies to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service.

This position is a member of the direct patient care team.

* ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
* * Promotes a positive work environment.

* Collaborates with all members of the patient care team.

* Proactive in responding to patient needs.

* Optimizes protocols to provide for better patient care, image quality and patient experience. This includes positioning, collimation, physiology, procedure preparation, technical factors and appropriate use of lead shielding.

* Assists physicians during procedures, including assisting with sterile technique.

* Utilizes AIDET incorporating Key Words and MANAGE UP techniques, when speaking to patients and family members at an age-appropriate level.

* Performs screening, diagnostic, breast intervention and bone densitometry procedures to include common & special exams of moderate complexity.

* Practices radiation safety and ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable)

* Follows safety standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly.

* Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures.

* Complies with job role, department and hospital safety standards, practices and policies.

* Participates in WASTE walks and supports department LEAN projects.

* Reports near misses and inputs errors promptly into appropriate hospital patient safety reporting system to improve processes and identify trends.

* Performs imaging equipment quality control (QC) at required intervals to ensure all imaging equipment is in safe working order prior to use.

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

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

* WORK SCHEDULE:

* Up to 19.99 hours per week with no benefits. Must be willing to work at all campuses.

* Equal Employment Opportunity
* UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.