CommUnityCare Health Centers ยท 5 months ago
Mammograph/Routine Technologist
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expCommUnityCare Health Centers is seeking a Mammograph/Routine Technologist responsible for performing various X-ray procedures for diagnostic purposes. The role involves maintaining equipment, scheduling patients, and ensuring compliance with safety standards while delivering patient-centered care.
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Responsibilities
Perform assigned X-ray procedures and performs a variety of mammography-related for the service
Develop X-ray films using processing equipment
File X-rays according to established practice, policy and procedure and maintain accurate filing system
Schedule patients for X-rays in support of clinic activities and/or referrals
Compile data and prepare reports for management review
Maintain equipment using quality checks, arrange preventive maintenance as indicated and assure that X-ray services are in compliance with state licensing, inspection and safety requirements
Order/issue supplies, as needed, and ensure adequate inventory is maintained
Immediately report anything irregular such as equipment issues and patient or staff member exposure to the Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) and leadership
Perform other duties as assigned
Individual must maintain a high degree of accuracy in positioning and exposure technique
Communicates with the patient and relays any pertinent information to the Clinical Manager and documents on tracking sheet/chart
Understands and performs any necessary additional exams
Complete all direct and indirect care documentation in timely manner and ensure patient records are current and complete
Attend daily patient care (unit) huddles and periodic informational (clinic) huddles, meetings, patient conferences, or planning sessions. These may be related to quality assurance, patient care and other related topics within the clinic
Attend seminars and maintain all licensure and/or certification requirements for continuing education and best practices
Participate in quality strategies to evaluate compliance with evidence-based guidelines, standards and to identify opportunities to improve patient outcomes
Ensure all tasks provided and associated with patient care, patient administrative processes and related duties comply with all regulatory and accreditation standards including The Joint Commission and CommUnityCare Standard Operating Procedures and CommUnityCare Policies and Procedures
Develop and maintain favorable internal relationships, partnerships with co-workers, including clinical managers, clinical support staff, providers and business office staff
Interact respectfully and collaboratively with patients and their families, striving to develop favorable relationships with families
Collaborate with all members of the care team in providing patient-centered care
Consistently practice excellent mammography positioning and exposure technique
Establishing and overseeing operating and safety procedures that maintain radiation exposures as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA), and to review them regularly to ensure that the procedures are current and conform with Texas Administrative Code 289.226
Ensuring individual monitoring devices are properly used by occupationally-exposed personnel, records are kept of the monitoring results, and timely notifications are made as required by Texas Administrative Code 289.226
Investigating and reporting to the agency each known or suspected case of radiation exposure to an individual or radiation level detected in excess of limits established by this chapter and each theft or loss of source(s) of radiation, determining the cause, and taking steps to prevent its recurrence
Having a thorough knowledge of management policies and administrative procedures of the registrant and keeping management informed on a periodic basis of the performance of the registrant's radiation protection program, if applicable
Assuming control and having the authority to institute corrective actions including shut-down of operations when necessary in emergency situations or unsafe conditions
Maintaining records as required by Texas Administrative Code 289.226
Ensuring that personnel are adequately trained and complying with this chapter, the conditions of the certificate of registration, and the operating and safety procedures of the registrant
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an accredited American Medical Association School of Radiology
A minimum of 1 year experience in a clinical setting
Demonstrated experience properly taking x-rays and ensuring patient safety during the procedure
Demonstrated experience at processing films
Current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) or other recognized association
Hold current certification with ARRT in Mammography or MQSA qualified to take ARRT advanced level exam in mammography with documentation of clinical experience
Must possess non-restricted licensure in the State of Texas
Current Medical Radiologic Technologist Certificate from the Texas Department of Health
Company
CommUnityCare Health Centers
CommUnityCare Health Centers is a not-for-profit 501(c) (3) corporation providing primary care health services to the medically underserved.
1001-5000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Nancy Ban, MBA, MA
Chief Operating Officer
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Chief Operating Officer
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