Radiology Technologist Mammography - Days

Location

Geisinger Wyoming Valley (GWV)

Shift

Days (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Worker Type

Regular

Exemption Status

No

Job Summary

$7,500 sign on bonus for eligible applicants!!

Plans, provides and evaluates mammographic and general radiological procedures
and techniques; participates in the training of new employees and students as
assigned; meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific
age range on their assigned clinical area. Works within the guidelines and
requirements of the Mammography Quality Standards Act. Participates in all
regulatory requirements related to the section. Performs duties to provide the
highest level of patient care and maximize patient satisfaction.

Job Duties

* Independently operates all mammography units.
* Performs all types of mammography exams and procedures including screening,
diagnostic, special imaging mammograms as well as all duties of a general
diagnostic technician.
* Produces quality mammograms, by selecting proper factors and accessories,
applying adequate compression, proper positioning.
* Reports any malfunctions to the department supervisor or designated manager.
* Prepares rooms for mammography procedures, by ensuring proper film and
necessary supplies are available.
* Assists Radiologist as necessary during procedures as needed.
* Prepares patients for all mammography exams, by providing proper explanation
of procedure including compression factors and answers any questions and
addresses any patient concerns.
* Responsible for quality control procedures as assigned.
* Performs all necessary quality control procedures as scheduled by the Quality
Standards Technologist.
* Documents all results properly and obtains the appropriate approvals in the
appropriate time intervals.
* Performs proper film development.
* Develops all films in a consistent manner in the mammography processor.
* Maintains integrity of darkroom.
* Participates in training of students and new employees.
* Maintains room and machine cleanliness before patients enter room and in
between each patient.
* Maintains all mammography manuals and participates in the annual Mammography
Quality Standards Act inspection as needed.
* Imaging exams and procedure tray set up require access and handling of
non-controlled medications.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for
satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization
policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not
intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered
necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills
outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to
the performance of the job related to that position.

Position Details

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology (Required)

Experience

Certification(s) and License(s)

Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body, Mammography
Technologist RT(R)(M) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Skills

Communication, Diagnostic Imaging, Medical Equipment Management (Mem), Preceptor
Skills, Radiation Safety, Radiology, Working Independently

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our
members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.

* KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated
ourselves.
* EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
* LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better
prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
* INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients,
our members, our community, and the nation.
* SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the
Geisinger family. 

We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one,
including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, we
encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality.

We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes
our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety
of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier
for all.  We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer
and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.