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MAMMOGRAPHY TECHNOLOGIST I - (CHESTNUT HILL HOSPITAL) - NEW RATES! at Temple Health System
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States -
Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Mammography, Radiation Safety, Patient Care, Breast Anatomy, Medical Terminology, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Critical Thinking, Communication, Patient Assessment, Diagnostic Imaging, Technical Skills, Patient Monitoring, Cultural Sensitivity, Professional Judgment, Regulatory Compliance

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description
The Mammography technologist administers ionizing radiation when performing screening and/or diagnostic mammograms according to established protocols. Demonstrates an understanding of breast anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology as they relate to the procedure. Maintains a high degree of accuracy in breast positioning, exposure techniques, and subsequent evaluation of imaging parameters to optimize patient imaging and care while adhering to radiation protection and safety standards. integrates technical skills, patient interaction, and care to obtain viable diagnostic information as ordered by the physician. Utilizes independent professional judgment and critical thinking to obtain the resultant diagnostic information when possible and seeks direction from a MQSA qualified interpreting physician or lawful institutional policies (or standards of care) to continue or discontinue the exam. The Mammography technologist remains sensitive to the physical, cultural and emotional needs of the patient through good communication, patient assessment, patient monitoring, and patient care skills in a non-judgmental and nondiscriminatory manner. The Mammography technologist participates in quality improvement processes and continually assesses their professional performance. Comprehends the complexities of appropriate state and federal regulations and have knowledge of the quality control and quality assurance requirements for mammography. Education High School Diploma or Equivalent Required Experience General Experience Relevant Experience Required Licenses Basic Life Support Required Reg Technologist (R) Required or Reg Technologist (R) (M) Required
Responsibilities
The Mammography technologist performs screening and diagnostic mammograms while ensuring adherence to established protocols and radiation safety standards. They integrate technical skills and patient care to obtain viable diagnostic information and participate in quality improvement processes.