Mammography Tech- CCH Breast Center

Job Requirements

position SUMMARY

The Mammography Technologist specializes in performing mammography exams to aid in the early

detection and diagnosis of breast diseases. The Mammographer Technologist will operate

mammography equipment ensuring customer/patient comfort and safety, while following regulatory and

quality control standards, and collaborates with healthcare teams and licensed practitioners to produce

high-quality diagnostic images for accurate evaluation and treatment planning.

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITES

1. Maintains production and quality of mammograms using proper standards, procedures and

necessary adjustments, while ensuring a safe environment with the operation of diagnostic

imaging equipment for customers/patients, coworkers, and self by adhering to diagnostic

imaging policies, procedures, and guidelines.

2. Performs a variety of procedures which may include general radiographic, mammography, bone

density, stereotactic procedures, fluoroscopic, emergency room, trauma, operating room, and

portables.

3. Properly screens patients for diagnostic imaging exam and effectively documents and

communicates pertinent and required information pre and post procedure performance.

4. Positions patients for diagnostic imaging exam using immobilization and protective equipment to

comply with department safety procedures and protocols.

5. Produces images consistent with image quality standards and evaluate diagnostic imaging

exams for technical quality.

6. Properly identifies, prepares and administers medications that are within the Mammography

Technologist’s scope of practice as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.

7. Monitors patients during exams, observing for any adverse reactions or complications, and

taking appropriate action when necessary.

8. Maintains flexibility, adapts to changes in workflow processes and the needs of the Health First

organization based upon fluctuations in patient volume.

9. Communicates effectively with customers (patients, LP, other Health First associates, the

public, etc.) always using excellent customer relation skills.

10. Follows all Federal, State and Regional healthcare regulations and adhere to Joint

Commission/ACR standards.

11. Provides orientation and education for new Technologists and assists Radiologists in

developing new protocols and diagnostic imaging techniques.

Work experience

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) – Accredited program or

school.

• Work Experience: None
• Licensure: General Radiographer licensure in the State of Florida.
• Certification:

o Advanced certification in Mammography from American Registry of Radiologic

Technologist – ARRT (M).

o American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) Healthcare Provider

Completion Card prior to start date and maintained.

• Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

o Ability to report to the applicable Health First facility within thirty (30) minutes when on

call if applicable.

o Able to work effectively and efficiently in a stressful work environment and able to

respond to life threatening situations.

o Demonstrates effective time management, critical thinking skills, and coordinate

scheduling and patient flow.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Work Experience: Prior experience in patience care or customer service.
• Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: Proficient in Microsoft Office – Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint,

etc.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Physically agile; requires walking, standing, running, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, or

crouching majority of the shift.

• Heavy work that frequently includes lifting or moving objects up to 100 pounds or more with or

without assistance.

• May require moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments

including tight and confined spaces, including reaching out and above shoulders or overhead.

• May lift, turn, pull, push, or ambulate people and/or equipment with or without assistance up to

90% of the assigned shift.

• May be exposed to inside environments and outside environments with extreme temperatures,

air contamination, dirt, grease, or water.

• May require working with biohazards such as blood/body fluids and airborne particles following

OSHA and CDC guidelines.

• May operate various types of manual and motorized equipment used in the transportation of

materials.

• May be exposed to intense noise or vibration and awkward or confined work position.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform tasks.
• Workspace may vary from open to confined, onsite or remote.
• May require travel to various facilities within and beyond county perimeter; may require use of

personal vehicle.

Benefits

ABOUT HEALTH FIRST

At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve.

Schedule : Per Diem

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