Mammography Technologist II Floater- TGH Imaging -Brandon Area

Job Description - Mammography Technologist II Floater- TGH Imaging -Brandon Area (250003JN)

Job Description

Mammography Technologist II Floater- TGH Imaging -Brandon Area - ( 250003JN )

Description

This position floats to multiple positions to the greater Brandon Area including Parsons, Riverview, Sun City Center

Under the direction of a Radiologist, Facility Manager performs mammography procedures according to protocols established according to the ACR and FDA, at a technical level requiring supervision of technical detail. Performs screening and diagnostic procedures using either 2D or 3D technical radiographic procedures that will require judgment and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiological diagnosis. Assumes responsibility for designated area or procedures as required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Verifies that the prescription matches the procedure that is going to be performed and records all reasons for the exam including all signs and symptoms.
• Explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
• Positions patient and adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician.
• Moves mammography equipment into specified position and adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors such as time and distance.
• Processes radiologic digital images and examines for technical quality and diagnostic acceptability.
• Verifies that the patient’s exam corresponds to the ordered exam in PACS. Makes changes in billing codes / exam titles as needed.
• Ensures that any prior studies along with current studies are presented to radiologist for diagnostic assessment.
• Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff.
• Stocks / Orders supplies, checks machine for any problems, performs equipment QC when needed.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Primary Location

Brandon

Other Locations

Work Locations : TGHI Parsons 427 S. Parsons Ave. Brandon 33511

Job

Radiology / Imaging Services

Organization

TGH Imaging

Schedule

Full-time (Scheduled Days : Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday)

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