Mammography Tech

Samaritan Health Services

Lebanon, Pennsylvania, United States

Lebanon, Pennsylvania, United States

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JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE Performs high-quality mammographic procedures within the scope of state licensure at a technical and professional level that does not require direct supervision. Performs appropriate patient evaluation and uses proper technical factors for diagnostic image production. DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION The Diagnostic Imaging teams at Samaritan Health Services use state-of-the-art imaging technology while providing health care teams with the information needed for a fast, accurate diagnosis. Imaging services include: X-Ray, Fluoroscopy, Bone Density, CT Scan, Digital Mammography, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, and Ultrasound services. We now offer PET-CT scans, the latest in diagnostic imaging technology and one of the most powerful imaging tools that physicians can use to help diagnose and treat patients with cancer and other diagnoses. EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS Current ARRT RT(R) credential required. Current unencumbered Oregon license in Radiologic Technology required. Current ARRT Post Primary Certification in Mammography required within one (1) year of hire. Healthcare Provider BLS required. Performance of a minimum of 200 documented mammograms in the last calendar year preferred. Experience in a hospital setting preferred. KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES Adaptability/Flexibility/Social Perceptiveness: Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and communicating with patients and caregivers. Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to urgent situations that may arise with diverse patient populations, as well as adjust actions in relation to others and adapt to offer best possible care to patients. Possess sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages. Communication/Medical Terminology: Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Knowledge of medical records, procedures, and terminology. Confidentiality/Health Information Technology: Knowledge of and ability to comply with State and Federal (HIPAA) laws pertaining to confidentiality of protected health information and how it applies to health information technology. Customer Service: Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction. Safety/Mechanical: Knowledge of safety practices and procedures, as well as knowledge of equipment and systems and the ability to promote safe and secure operations. Stress Management/Problem Solving/Time Management: Ability to maintain patience and composure in high stress/difficult situations. Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to be completed within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Rarely (1 - 10% of the time) Occasionally (11 - 33% of the time) Frequently (34 - 66% of the time) Continually (67 # 100% of the time) WALK - INCLINE CLIMB - STAIRS CLIMB - LADDER LIFT#(Knee to chest: 24#-54#) 20 - 40 Lbs CARRY#2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds CARRY#1-handed, 20 - 40 pounds KNEEL#(on knees) CRAWL#(hands/knees) SIT LIFT#(Floor to Waist: 0#-36#) 20 - 40 Lbs LIFT#(Waist to Eye: up to 54#) 20 # 40 Lbs LIFT#(Overhead: 54# and above) 0 - 20 Lbs CARRY#1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds CARRY#2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds SQUAT#Static (hold #30 sec) SQUAT#Repetitive ROTATE TRUNK#Sitting PINCH#Fingers PULL#(20-40 pounds force) WALK - LEVEL SURFACE LIFT#(Floor to Waist: 0#-36#) 0 - 20 Lbs LIFT#(Knee to chest: 24#-54#) 0 - 20 Lbs REACH#- Upward ROTATE TRUNK#Standing MANUAL DEXTERITY#Hands/wrists FINGER DEXTERITY STAND BEND FORWARD#waist REACH -#Forward GRASP Hand/Fist PUSH#(0-20 pounds force) PUSH#(20-40 pounds force) PUSH#(40-60 pounds force) PUSH#(60 or more pounds force)
* JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
* Performs high-quality mammographic procedures within the scope of state licensure at a technical and professional level that does not require direct supervision. Performs appropriate patient evaluation and uses proper technical factors for diagnostic image production.
* DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
* The Diagnostic Imaging teams at Samaritan Health Services use state-of-the-art imaging technology while providing health care teams with the information needed for a fast, accurate diagnosis. Imaging services include: X-Ray, Fluoroscopy, Bone Density, CT Scan, Digital Mammography, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, and Ultrasound services. We now offer PET-CT scans, the latest in diagnostic imaging technology and one of the most powerful imaging tools that physicians can use to help diagnose and treat patients with cancer and other diagnoses.
* EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
* Current ARRT RT(R) credential required.
* Current unencumbered Oregon license in Radiologic Technology required.
* Current ARRT Post Primary Certification in Mammography required within one (1) year of hire.
* Healthcare Provider BLS required.
* Performance of a minimum of 200 documented mammograms in the last calendar year preferred.
* Experience in a hospital setting preferred.
* KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
* Adaptability/Flexibility/Social Perceptiveness: Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and communicating with patients and caregivers. Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to urgent situations that may arise with diverse patient populations, as well as adjust actions in relation to others and adapt to offer best possible care to patients. Possess sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.
* Communication/Medical Terminology: Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Knowledge of medical records, procedures, and terminology.
* Confidentiality/Health Information Technology: Knowledge of and ability to comply with State and Federal (HIPAA) laws pertaining to confidentiality of protected health information and how it applies to health information technology.
* Customer Service: Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
* Safety/Mechanical: Knowledge of safety practices and procedures, as well as knowledge of equipment and systems and the ability to promote safe and secure operations.
* Stress Management/Problem Solving/Time Management: Ability to maintain patience and composure in high stress/difficult situations. Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to be completed within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments.
* PHYSICAL DEMANDS
* Rarely
(1 - 10% of the time)
Occasionally
(11 - 33% of the time)
Frequently
(34 - 66% of the time)
Continually
(67 - 100% of the time)
WALK - INCLINE
CLIMB - STAIRS
CLIMB - LADDER
LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 Lbs
CARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds
CARRY 1-handed, 20 - 40 pounds
KNEEL (on knees)
CRAWL (hands/knees)
SIT
LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs
LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 20 - 40 Lbs
LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs
CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)
SQUAT Repetitive
ROTATE TRUNK Sitting
PINCH Fingers
PULL (20-40 pounds force)
WALK - LEVEL SURFACE
LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs
LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs
REACH - Upward
ROTATE TRUNK Standing
MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists
FINGER DEXTERITY
STAND
BEND FORWARD waist
REACH - Forward
GRASP Hand/Fist
PUSH (0-20 pounds force)
PUSH (20-40 pounds force)
PUSH (40-60 pounds force)
PUSH (60 or more pounds force)

Lebanon, Pennsylvania, United States

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