Baylor Scott & White Health·Irving, Texas
Perform high-quality breast imaging procedures, including screening and diagnostic mammograms, for ambulatory and hospital patients. Ensure patient safety and comfort while maintaining equipment standards and accurate medical records.
The Mammography Technologist 2, under general supervision of a Radiologist, performs advanced Breast Imaging procedures on ambulatory and hospital patients as requested by a physician or other licensed provider for the diagnosis of disease and injury in accordance with established protocols.
Performs high quality Breast Imaging procedures according to exam protocol, in a timely manner. Maintains production and quality of imaging procedures by following established standards and procedures.
identify patient service requirements, ensure correct exam is performed on the correct patient, and establish rapport with patients and others. Instructs and communicates with patients and their family regarding the test to be performed and assesses patient's ability to tolerate exam.
Prepares patient and area for procedure by positioning patient, adjusting immobilization devices, moving equipment into specified position and adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors.
Protects patients and employees by adhering to safety requirements, infection-control, drug and radiation policies, protocols and techniques. Uses proper sterile techniques when setting up and performing invasive multimodality procedures and maintains hand hygiene requirements.
Maintains equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards. Works with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal operational capabilities of equipment. Reports issues to management or appropriate department. Assists in maintaining supplies inventory.
Ensures individuals are safe to enter the department by screening them according to approved policies and procedures.
Obtains, verifies and maintains all relevant documentation such as requisition/chart, patient history, pregnancy status and shielding precautions taken, consent forms, policies and procedures, etc.
Maintains medical imaging records in appropriate systems and according to department policies and standards for interpretation promptly.
Able to perform high quality Breast Imaging procedures including stereotactic biopsies, needle localization, ultrasound-guided biopsies
Able to explain the procedure and put patients at ease.
Able to provide services timely, accurately, and cost-efficient in compliance with established System and regulatory standards, policies and procedures.
Able to perform tasks independently without need for routine oversight.
Able to maintain a calm and helpful attitude, even under times of stress, and take appropriate and reasonable steps to resolve issues.
Able to effectively administer first aid and use emergency cart.
Able to ensure customer satisfaction by limiting wait times, providing courteous service, remaining professional, reviewing patient satisfaction scores, and developing action plans when required.
Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge, continued education, and skills appropriate care for the following age groups (specific to department): pediatric, young adult, adult, and geriatric.
Able to serve as preceptor by providing quality training to new team members and on new services and initiatives.
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Licensed by the State of Texas Medical Board as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT).
Must have ARRT-R and ARRT-M.
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Requires graduation from an accredited program and at least one year of relevant mammography experience. Must hold MRT licensure in Texas and ARRT-R and ARRT-M certifications, along with BLS certification.
Market context
In Texas, mammography tech openings are often competitive because employers typically want candidates with accredited training, at least one year of mammography experience, Texas MRT licensure, ARRT-R and ARRT-M certification, and BLS. This role stands out for candidates who can document both clinical skill and credential readiness. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit and save time against the original job description before applying.
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