Houston Methodist · 1 day ago
Mammo Tech II
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expHouston Methodist is a leading healthcare provider, and they are seeking an experienced Mammography Technologist II. This role involves performing a variety of routine and specialized mammograms, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards to deliver exceptional patient care.
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Responsibilities
Completes a variety of routine and specialized mammograms and completes quality controls as needed
Serves as a mentor to Mammography Technologist I and students by utilizing skills and knowledge to help train and educate others
Works independently by exercising sound judgment and executing above average clinical skills on challenging mammography procedures and patient care situations
Delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to mammography standards and guidelines established by governing agencies to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service
Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results
Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner
Facilitates open, professional (verbal, nonverbal, written) communication to achieve mutual understanding, role modeling by example
Guides and mentors Mammography Technologist I and students to help build confidence in skills, knowledge and abilities
Performs mammograms for both diagnostic and screening purposes; performs biopsies and bone density exams
Proactively assesses, identifies, and responds to the needs of the patient for adjustment or intervention to optimize patient care, image quality and patient experience including positioning, physiology, procedure preparation, and technical factors
Provides direct assistance to physicians during diagnostic and interventional breast procedures, including assisting with sterile technique
Provides accurate explanations and instructions to patients and family members at an appropriate level utilizing verbal and non-verbal skills, terminology and language
Follows safety standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly
Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures, regularly practices aseptic techniques, and ensures compliance with radiation safety and infection control procedures
Identifies opportunities for corrective action and process improvement providing recommendations and contributes to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety
Reports 'near misses' and inputs errors promptly into appropriate hospital patient safety reporting system to improve processes and identify trends
Ensures all imaging equipment has had quality control (QC) performed as required and is in safe working order prior to use
Reports any malfunctions to management and regularly practices preventative maintenance procedures; calls for service if needed
Assists with implementation and education of department-based safety initiatives and standards of practice
Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures
Enters charges at the time service is delivered
Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies
Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks
Fosters a positive and constructive teaching environment by engaging students and co-workers (Mammography Technologist I) in learning opportunities that are valuable and in alignment with business objectives
Actively participates in special projects, department initiatives or shared governance activities and seeks opportunities to identify self-development needs and takes appropriate action
Qualification
Required
Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section
Three years' experience as a Mammography Technologist
CMRT - Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV Registration as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT-GC)
ARRT-R - Radiologic Technologist - Radiographer (ARRT) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologist_PSV
ARRT-M - Radiologic Technologist - Mammography (ARRT) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologist_PSV
BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
Ability to work independently; capable of handling challenging / difficult diagnostic procedures and patient care situations. Demonstrates sound judgment and executes above average clinical skills
Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, Hospital / Radiology Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents
Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers
Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including organizing work flow and actively participating in problem-solving
Company
Houston Methodist
Houston Methodist is one of the nation’s leading health systems and academic medical centers.
10001+ employees
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Brooke Graham
CEO Project Director
David P. Bernard
Chief Executive Officer & Senior Vice President
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