Mammo Technologist

Description STATUS: Per Diem LOCATION: Imaging Center - Imaging POB 1561 Long Pond Road, Suite 113, Rochester NY 14626 DEPARTMENT: Diagnostic Imaging SCHEDULE: As needed; M-F (7:30 am - 5:30 pm) SUMMARY As a Mammo Tech, you are to demonstrate excellent customer service, communication skills, and obtain quality positioning and imaging quality studies while providing maximum comfort and safety to patients. Warm and comforting patient care skills are mandatory for these sensitive procedures. Performs screening and diagnostic mammogram examinations and assists the radiologist in performing mammographic procedures. This team member's role is to obtain images of good diagnostic quality while providing maximum comfort and safety to the patient undergoing these exams. ATTRIBUTES Prior Radiologic Technologist experience. ARRT-M Advanced Mammography Certification. Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and ability to work with various software applications. Exceptional customer service and communication skills. RESPONSIBILITIES Maintains accountability for proper documentation of exams and related procedures utilizing the RIS/PACS and inpatient charts as necessary. Performs screening, diagnostic, and/or assists in performing mammographic procedures. Monitors image quality on a continuous basis to ensure that all image quality is within alignment with the ACR quality standards. (American College of Radiology). Monitors equipment for proper performance and functionality. Performs daily and periodic Mammography QA activities under the direct supervision of the Mammography QA technologist. Performs all exams based on imaging department protocols or protocols the exam with the radiologist. Follows policies & procedures to ensure a safe environment for patients, public, and staff. Performs handoff when other team members will be involved with patient care. Assists, trains, or cross-trains imaging team members as directed. Responsible for pre-work- reviewing studies to ensure readiness prior to the patient's arrival. Cleans, restocks, and prepares rooms on a daily basis. Attends hospital and departmental meetings and in-services. Practices excellent customer service behaviors. Practices radiation safety, adhering to ALARA principles. Team members may be asked to work at another RRH imaging location according to staffing needs. Assists or rotates to other imaging modalities when required and within the scope of licensure and/or registry. Reaches out for assistance when technical issues, including PAC and image transfer, need to be addressed. Works independently with little supervision, assisting interventional mammographic biopsy procedures with the radiologists and/or residents, as assigned Performs other duties as assigned. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Two-year college degree in Radiologic Technologist in Applied Science or equivalent. Required Licensure/Certification Skills: NYS license in Radiologic Technology OR must hold a NYS permit and obtain licensure within six months of employment. American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Certification (ARRT-R) is required within six months of employment. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20-50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: RT(R