SUMMARY – Performs x-ray/mammographic examinations as requested by ordering physicians ensuring excellence in customer care.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Acquire quality images always
Implement ALARA and Image gently ensuring protecting patients and coworkers from radiation hazard
Maintain confidentiality and comply with all HIPAA and Corporate Compliance regulations
Identify patients and reaffirm patient records are correct as well as referring physician accuracy
Implement sterile and infection control procedures
Request, retrieve and track previous studies for comparison purposes
Maintain quality control checks for equipment integrity and cleanliness
Maintain exam rooms including maintaining necessary supplies
Knowledge of x-ray equipment
Monthly, semi-annual and annual QC
All other duties as assigned
*Applicants without mammography certification may apply for this position; however, performing mammography studies is a requirement of the job. Therefore, if an applicant without this training is selected, mammography training will be provided. Successful completion and board certification is required. This training will be offered at a future time determined by the manager.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES – This position has no supervisory responsibilities
QUALIFICATIONS
Completion of certificate of training in x-ray, mammography and ARRT licensure in both with clinical experience.
Current, valid NJ State license
Training and Experience
Completion of certification of training in x-ray and mammography
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
Working knowledge of anatomy, positioning, medical terminology
Knowledge of radiation safety
Knowledge of filming/PACS and RIS
Ability to work with others
Genuine desire to want to help others
Ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing.
Physical Demands of the Position – Position requires standing and walking 80-90% of designated shift. Position requires lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, stooping and twisting.
Working Conditions
Patient contact
Assist patients on and off exam tables as indicated
Radiation exposure
Potential for exposure to blood and body fluids
Contact with coworkers, patients and their family members, physicians, referring physicians and their office staff
Disclaimer: the preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job
