Job Details
Location:
Providence Health Center, 6901, Medical Parkway, Waco, McLennan County, Texas, 76712, USA
Posted:
Dec 14, 2020
Job Description
We Are Hiring
Technologist-Mammographer - Breast Health Services 001 - PRN, Day - Ascension Providence - Waco, TX
What You Will Do
As an Associate with Providence Healthcare Netwk-TX, you will have the opportunity to provide mammography imaging services.
Responsibilities:
- Operates equipment and performs various mammography related procedures.
- Prepares and positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately.
- Explains procedures and educates patients about the role of regular mammography in preventive breast health.
- Develops and evaluates the film for technical quality such as density contrast, definition, and distortion.
- Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
- Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).
- Ensures equipment is properly functioning.
- Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel.
- Assists in maintaining a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area and any other areas in department.
What You Will Need
Licenses/Certifications/Registration:
- Required Credential(s):
- BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
- One or more of the following:
- Cardiographic Tech credentialed from the Competency & Credentialing Institute (CCI).
- Radiologic Technologist specializing in Mammography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
- Medical Sonographer credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).
Education:
- Diploma
- High school diploma/GED with 2 years of experience, or Associate's degree, or Technical degree required.
Work Experience:
Equal Employment Opportunity
Providence Healthcare Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE M/F/D/V).
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