Mammography Technologist II

About the job

• BSW Austin Oak Hill Medical Center
• Full-Time Days Mon-Fri 8a-5p
• 15k Sign On Bonus
• About Us
• Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.
• Our Core Values are:
• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
• Benefits
• Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1
• Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.
• Job Summary
• The Mammography Technologist 2, under a Radiologist's supervision, performs advanced Breast Imaging procedures. These are done on ambulatory and hospital patients as requested by a physician or licensed provider. This is for diagnosing disease and injury according to established protocols.
• Essential Functions of the Role
• Performs high-quality Breast Imaging procedures according to exam protocol, promptly. Maintains production and quality by following established standards and procedures.
• Utilizes AIDET to communicate with patients. Identifies patient service needs. Ensures the correct exam is performed on the correct patient. Establishes rapport with patients and others. Instructs and communicates with patients and their families about the test. Assesses the patient's ability to tolerate the exam.
• Prepares the patient and area for the procedure by positioning the patient, adjusting immobilization devices, moving equipment into position, and adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors.
• Protects patients and employees by following safety, infection-control, drug, and radiation policies, protocols, and techniques. Uses proper sterile techniques for invasive multimodality procedures and maintains hand hygiene.
• Maintains equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards. Works with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal equipment operation. Reports issues to management or the appropriate department. Assists in maintaining the 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. This includes requisition/chart, patient history, pregnancy status, shielding precautions, consent forms, policies, and procedures.
• Maintains medical imaging records in appropriate systems and according to department policies and standards for interpretation promptly.
• Key Success Factors
• Able to perform high quality Breast Imaging procedures including stereotactic biopsies, needle localization, ultrasound-guided biopsies.
• Able to explain the procedure and put patients at ease.
• Able to provide services timely, accurately, and cost-efficient in compliance with established System and regulatory standards, policies and procedures.
• Able to perform tasks autonomously without need for routine oversight.
• Able to stay calm and helpful during stress and take reasonable steps to resolve issues.
• Able to effectively administer first aid and use emergency cart.
• Ensure customer satisfaction by limiting wait times and providing courteous service. Remain professional, review patient satisfaction scores, and develop action plans when needed.
• Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge, education, and skills for pediatric, young adult, adult, and geriatric care.
• Able to serve as preceptor by providing quality training to new team members and on new services and initiatives.
• Belonging Statement
• We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.
• QUALIFICATIONS
• EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program
• EXPERIENCE - 2 Years of Experience
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
• Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.

Medical Radiologic Tech (MRT): Licensed by the State of Texas Medical Board as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT).

ARRT-M Mammography (ARRT-M): Must have ARRT-R and ARRT-M.

ARRT-R Radiography (ARRT-R): .