Travel Mammography Technologist

Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin

Salary Details: $2268.00 a week

Froedtert Health - W129N7055 Northfield Drive

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BLS
State Licensure relevant to Mammography Technologist

Performs mammographic exams.
Responsible for identifying and resolving issues related to images, equipment, and quality control.
Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with medical / clinical staff, students, and patients.
Performs Breast Imaging related exams according to medical/department standards and department protocol.
This imaging is performed to obtain diagnostic quality examinations within proper radiation safety and OSHA guidelines.
Exams are performed efficiently with a minimum of delay between patients following established protocols.
Expected to consistently meet the schedule and quality requirements for all exams.
Operates mammography department equipment according to protocols as defined by manufacturer, hospital/clinic, or other recognized authority.
Recognizes and reports equipment malfunctions or other technical issues to appropriate resources.
Prepares the exam room prior to the next patient's arrival, in a manner that promotes an increase in department efficiency.
Prepares patient for exam by providing a clear explanation of the procedure and answering patients questions.
Provide appropriate instructions and positioning to obtain maximum image quality.
Address patient questions and concerns regarding mammography and breast procedures.
Assists and thanks the patient at the conclusion of the exam.
Produces high quality images and ensures that all images are appropriately labeled/identified.
Recognizes normal anatomy and physiology, normal variations, and pathology and adjusts imaging process as needed to demonstrate all.
Assures that all applicable images are archived to PACS, and that the integrity of the data is maintained.
Performs PACS reconciliation accurately and completely without follow-up and assists other technologists, radiologists, and other providers with image quality concerns.
Demonstrates proficiency and knowledge of Epic, Radiant Information Systems, and mammography reporting systems.
Correctly and accurately enters and schedules orders, checks in patients, begins and ends exams, bills supplies, documents notes, cancel/credit submissions, and reviews patient history for pertinent clinical information and contraindications.
Performs end of day reconciliation for all exams performed.
Proactively looks for opportunities that will increase department efficiency and provide a cohesive working staff environment.
Routinely offers to help others in the performance of their duties and assist in getting or beginning the next patient.
Regularly stocks supplies and linen, removes dirty linen, cleans work areas and patient care rooms.
Ensures exam rooms are left clean and well organized for the next staff member and patients use.
Supports functions of the Lead / QA technologist.
Assist when needed with routine quality control, answering phones, scheduling patients, coordinating inpatients, and providing instruction to medical staff and patients.
Provides a positive teaching environment for / involving co-workers, students, residents, providers, and new staff.
Completes all required documentation in a timely and efficient manner.
All information is complete and accurate at the time it is performed and requires no follow-up.
Prevents or eliminates potential problems that may arise by using intuitive skills and multitasking.
Provides assistance to radiologists and other medical staff during performance of all mammography exams.
Following procedure prepares lab specimens, labels, etc. and arranges for timely transport or takes directly to lab.
Demonstrates an understanding of infection control and sterile technique.
Maintains the exam room area in a clean and orderly state and in accordance with the Hospital Infections Control.

Minimum of 1 year experience in performing mammography is preferred.

Date Posted: 10 May 2025

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