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Mammography Diagnostic Radiologic Technologis
Full Time Technical Radiology, Oyate Health Center, Rapid City, SD, US
This position is responsible for performing specialized screening or diagnostic examinations of the breast to assist physicians and other licensed medical providers in the diagnosis of disease in Oyate Health Center (OHC) patients.
Essential Functions and Professional Behavior Expectations:
Explains process to patient and instructs and assists patient in assuming physical position for examination, maintaining sensitivity in patient contact. Responsible for the accuracy, precision, quality, and performance of all screening and diagnostic mammograms done in the Radiology department.
Responsible for all the technical requirements and quality assurance as required by the FDA, ACR, and other mammography accrediting agencies.
Perform diagnostic or screening mammogram as ordered.
Prepares for and assists in the completion of intricate mammography examinations.
Produce high quality images for the radiologist to evaluate.
Assists radiologist or physician in reading or evaluating results.
Responsible for follow-up of patients and outcome analysis in conjunction with the radiologist and/or other departments as required by the FDA and/or its certified agents.
Develops breast-imaging protocols in conjunction with the radiologist.
Complete appropriate documentation.
Perform quality control functions related to mammography.
Assist in compilation and maintenance of statistical data.
Responsible for ordering and maintaining supplies.
Maintain effective, collaborative interdepartmental and external relations.
Must comply with federal laws and regulations as required by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Performs radiologic related duties.
Performs the core responsibilities of the position accurately, timely, and in accordance with established standards.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance consistent with the position’s schedule and operational needs.
Communicates effectively with internal and external stakeholders as required by the role.
Adheres to all applicable policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Utilizes required systems, tools, and technology necessary to perform the job.
Physical Requirements
This position requires frequent standing and walking throughout the workday, with limited periods of sitting. The employee must be able to assist with lifting and positioning patients, including supporting patients during mammography procedures. The role requires frequent bending, reaching, twisting, and maintaining awkward or static positions while positioning patients and operating imaging equipment. Manual dexterity is required for precise, repetitive hand movements and operation of mammography equipment. Visual acuity is required for close detail work, including evaluation of image quality and patient positioning. The employee must be able to communicate effectively, including speaking clearly and hearing and understanding patients and healthcare team members. Work is performed in a clinical environment with exposure to ionizing radiation, requiring adherence to safety protocols and use of personal protective equipment.
.Required Qualifications
Graduate of an Accredited Program of Radiologic Technology and one (1) year of experience as a radiologic technologist.
Must have certification from the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT).
Current BLS certification for health care providers.
Must successfully pass a criminal and background check and a pre-employment drug screen.
Preferred experience on multiple modalities of diagnostic imaging.
Must successfully pass a criminal and background check, and a pre-employment drug screen.
Native American/American Indian Preference in hiring will be applied as defined in title 25 usc 44-46 &474.
Employment is contingent upon the outcome of all required criminal background checks and pre-employment drug screen.
Compliance with our Employee Health Procedure is a condition of employment. You are required to agree that you will comply with all job-related employee health screening and immunizations prior to your first day of employment. Jobs require that you have documentation that you have completed the following immunizations prior to your first day of employment: MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella, Varicella (Chicken Pox), Hepatitis B, Influenza, T-dap (Tetanus - Diphtheria - Pertussis), and COVID-19 vaccination is required .
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Worksite address
rapid city, SD, 57700, US
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