Travel Mammography Technologist
Morristown, New Jersey
Morristown Medical Center

-Reviews each prescription, history questionnaire, and patient record prior to the examination to ensure all pertinent information is available for radiologist interpretation.

-Performs radiologic examination with a high standard of accuracy in positioning and technical factors.

-Practices universal precautions, and aseptic technique to prevent cross contamination.

-Practice National Patient Safety Goals, obtaining a minimum of two patient identifiers with each and every patient.

-Processes images using the PAC system.

-Completed and verifies cases in a timely manner.

-Ensures work lists are cleaned up daily.

-Monitors and resolves Exceptions List daily.

-Proper utilization of the Breast reporting system(PenRad), EMR and PACS systems.

-Proper loading of external imaging and creation of necessary orders and scanning of reports into PACS system for radiologist review.

-Analyzes each acquired image for proper positioning, proper markers, date stickers, and appropriate labels and patient identification.

-Repeats image if presence of any factors that may deter from its diagnostic value.

-Maintains a responsive/respectful relationship with patients.

-Assesses and responds to patients physical, sociological/psychological needs.

-Explains all procedures in a clear and concise manner.

-Understands and respects cultural differences.

-Makes use of Cyracom phone when needed for language barriers.

-Knowledge and utilization of Vocera.

-Maintain cleanliness of assigned work area.

-Ensures assigned area is properly stocked with adequate supplies and required material to perform procedures.

-Ensures cleanliness of radiographic equipment and work area.

-Communicate efficiently with coordinators, supervisors, point person and vendors.

-Ensures continuity and adequate follow through regarding equipment malfunctions.

-Communicates appropriately with patients, co-workers, students, physicians, and supervisors.

-Works in conjunction with Ultrasound to ensure a productive and comprehensive flow of patients through both modalities.

-Performs bone density scans accurately understanding of terminology and results.

-Accurate review of interventional cases and working knowledge of interventional procedures and protocols.

-Assists with needle localizations, and if trained, stereotactic biopsies.

-Performs other tasks and duties as assigned.

-Practices the ALARA principle for radiation protection.

-Accurately and effectively performs QA as per MQSA guidelines.

-Report problems to Clinical Engineering and supervisor.

-Orient new employees and participates as preceptor for procedures if requested.

-Exhibits responsible attitude with regard to attendance and tardiness.

-Always provides notification and advance notice for absence or tardiness.

-Always demonstrates reliability and makes every attempt to consistently report to work on time at the start of the assigned shift, even in inclement weather.

-Able to perform screening and diagnostic mammography at a minimum.

Preferred Skills & Experience: -Ability to performed DEXA and Biopsy procedures that is a plus.