Mammography Technologist
Company: Baylor Scott & White Health
Location: Irving
Posted on: October 27, 2024
Job Description:
Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Mammography
Technologist for a job in Irving, Texas.Job Description &
Requirements
- Specialty: Mammography Technologist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Duration: Ongoing
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: StaffLocation: Baylor Medical Center - Irving,
TexasShift: Mon - Fri Days with occasional half day on
Saturday$10,000 Sign On Bonus (external applicants only)Applicants
are required to perform screening and diagnostic mammograms, and
Dexas. Knowledge in Stereotactic biopsies preferred but not
required.JOB SUMMARYThe Mammography Technologist I, under general
supervision of a Radiologist, performs Breast Imaging procedures on
ambulatory and hospital patients as requested by a physician or
other licensed provider for the diagnosis of disease and injury in
accordance with established protocols.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE
ROLEPerforms high quality Breast Imaging procedures according to
exam protocol, in a timely manner. Maintains production and quality
of imaging procedures by following established standards and
procedures.Utilizes AIDET when communicating with patients to:
identify patient service requirements, ensure correct exam is
performed on the correct patient, and establish rapport with
patients and others. Instructs and communicates with patients and
their family regarding the test to be performed and assesses
patient's ability to tolerate exam.Prepares patient and area for
procedure by positioning patient, adjusting immobilization devices,
moving equipment into specified position and adjusting equipment
controls to set exposure factors.Protects patients and employees by
adhering to safety requirements, infection-control, drug and
radiation policies, protocols and techniques. Uses proper sterile
techniques when setting up and performing invasive multimodality
procedures and maintains hand hygiene requirements.Maintains
equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards.
Works with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal operational
capabilities of equipment. Reports issues to management or
appropriate department. Assists in maintaining supplies
inventory.Ensures people are safe to enter the department by
screening them according to approved policies and
procedures.Obtains, verifies and maintains all relevant
documentation such as requisition/chart, patient history, pregnancy
status and shielding precautions taken, consent forms, policies and
procedures, etc.Maintains medical imaging records in appropriate
system and according to department policies and standards for
interpretation in a timely manner.KEY SUCCESS FACTORSAble to
perform high quality Breast Imaging procedures according to exam
protocol in a timely manner.Able to explain the procedure and put
patients at ease.Able to provide services in a timely, accurate,
and cost-efficient manner in compliance with established System and
regulatory standards, policies and procedures.Able to perform tasks
exclusively without need for routine oversight.Able to maintain a
calm and helpful attitude, even under times of stress, and take
appropriate and reasonable steps to resolve issues.Able to
effectively administer first aid and use emergency cart.Able to
ensure customer satisfaction by limiting wait times, providing
courteous service, remaining professional, reviewing patient
satisfaction scores and developing action plans when
required.Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge, continued
education and skills appropriate care for the following age groups
(specific to department): newborn, pediatric, young adult, adult
and geriatric.Able to serve as preceptor by providing quality
training to new team members and on new services and
initiatives.Able to take call, if required.BENEFITSOur competitive
benefits package includes the followingImmediate eligibility for
health and welfare benefits401(k) savings plan with
dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%Tuition ReimbursementPTO accrual
beginning Day 1Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type
and/or level#featuredjob924QUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION - Grad of an
Accredited ProgramCERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATIONARRT-M
Mammography (ARRT-M)Baylor Scott & White Health Job ID
#24013793.About Baylor Scott & White HealthAs the largest
not-for-profit health system in the state of Texas, Baylor Scott &
White promotes the health and well-being of every individual,
family and community it serves. It is committed to making quality
care more accessible, convenient and affordable through its
integrated delivery network, which includes the Baylor Scott &
White Health Plan, Baylor Scott & White Research Institute, the
Baylor Scott & White Quality Alliance and its leading digital
health platform - MyBSWHealth. Through 51 hospitals and more than
1,100 access points, including flagship academic medical centers in
Dallas, Fort Worth and Temple, the system offers the full continuum
of care, from primary to award-winning specialty care. Founded as a
Christian ministry of healing more than a century ago, Baylor Scott
& White today serves more than three million Texans.Benefits
- Holiday Pay
- Continuing Education
- 401k retirement plan
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Employee assistance programs
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Benefits start day 1
- Life insurance
- Discount program
- Sign-On bonus
Keywords: Baylor Scott & White Health, Fort Worth , Mammography Technologist, Healthcare , Irving, Texas
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