Mammography Technologist - Float Part Time

Responsibilities:

• Acquires, archives, transmits, and prints images via CAD and PACS.
• Completes after hours transmission of images and appropriate paperwork.
• Reviews processed imaged to determine quality and the need for additional images.
• Accurately positions patients, determines the exposure factors and operates mammography equipment according to established procedures to obtain a high quality image.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Ensures exam rooms are adequately supplied with linen and related medical supplies.
• Ensure patients' safety and comfort during and after the exam.
• Continually strives to learn new technical information and skills through attendance of periodic in-service programs and participation in professional affiliation sessions.
• Immediately reports any malfunctions to help desk and PACS Administrator.
• Performs equipment checks to assure proper function of and notifies clinical engineering of any equipment malfunctions.
• Reviews mammography requisition and computer exam forms to determine the type of exam required.
• Assists with instrument calibration and records to ensure compliance with quality assurance requirements.
• Provides teaching and mentoring to new hires and students.
• Processes billing via RIS.
• Assists with all policies and procedures required by local, state, and federal law, and with compliance or credentialing bodies (ACR, MQSA, Medicare, Medicaid, FDA, etc.)
• Potentially rotates through all diagnostic imaging modalities, sites and/or locations.
• Educates patients regarding procedures, equipment and the exam to ensure understanding and cooperation.

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology

Certifications:

• Certification in Mammography: R.T.(R) (M) (ARRT).
• Must be a Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists R.T.(R) (ARRT), in good standing.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Current state licensure (RL) required prior to employment.

Complexity of Work:

• Ability to communicate well with Radiologists and physicians to coordinate proper imaging of patients.
• Strong communication skills are essential to provide excellent care to patients and families.
• Knowledge of anatomy and related pathologic processes.
• Ability to function well with minimal or no direct supervision.

Work Experience:

• Successful completion of 40 hours of mammography training.
• Minimum one year experience as a General Radiologic Technologist preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift or assist with lifting patients of varying weight and manipulate equipment daily.
• Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Join the Cleveland Clinic team, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As a Mammography Technologist, you will provide mammography screening, diagnostic and interventional procedures, and patient care services at defined levels to patients.

Your primary duties include, but are not limited to:

• Ensuring patients' safety and comfort during and after the exam.
• Ensuring exam rooms are adequately supplied with linen and related medical supplies.
• Educating patients regarding procedures, equipment and the exam to ensure understanding and cooperation.

The ideal future caregiver is someone who:

• Comes to work with a willingness to learn and grow.
• Currently is certified as a Formal Phlebotomist.
• Provides empathetic and patient-centered care.
• Works positively in a close-knit, team-building environment.

At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.

Salaries [which may be] shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.