Mammography Technologist Position Available In Lexington, South Carolina

Job Description:

• New Salary
• Women’s Imaging CenterPRNDay ShiftDayshift
• Please note there are new pay rates associated with thisjob
• Consistently named best hospital, Lexington Medical Centerdedicates itself to providing quality health services that meet theneeds of its communities.

Ranked #1 in the Columbia metro area byU.S. News & World Report, Lexington Medical Center is the onlyhospital named one of the Best Places to Work in South Carolina.

The607-bed teaching hospital anchors a health care network thatincludes six community medical centers and employs more than 8,700health care professionals. The network includes a cardiovascularprogram recognized by the American College of Cardiology as SouthCarolinas first HeartCARE CenterTM and an accredited Cancer Centerof Excellence affiliated with MUSC Hollings Cancer Center forresearch and education. The network also features an occupationalhealth center, the largest skilled nursing facility in theCarolinas, an Alzheimers care center and nearly 80 physicianpractices. Its postgraduate medical education programs includefamily medicine and transitional year.

Job SummaryWorksindependently to perform digital screening and diagnosticmammography imaging based on hospital policies and/or practicestandards, under the supervision of the interpreting physician.

Must demonstrate an understanding of breast anatomy, physiology,pathology, and medical terminology. Must maintain accuracy inbreast positioning, exposure techniques, and image evaluation whileadhering to radiation protection and safety standards. Mustunderstand the federal regulations governing mammography practicein order to meet the standards for the performance of breastimaging. Must have knowledge of the quality assurance policies andquality control testing for mammography within federal regulationguidelines.

Minimum QualificationsMinimum Education:

Graduate of anAMA approved

School of Radiologic TechnologyMinimum Years ofExperience:

None.

Substitutable Education & Experience:

None.

Required Certifications/Licensure:

Certified by the AmericanRegistry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT);Certified by theAmerican Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Mammography(Must have and maintain current biennium ARRT continuing educationcredits);Must have received/applied for South Carolina statelicense with SCRQSA;Must possess and maintain current CPRcertification.

Required Training:

Must have personal computer skillsand be able to perform required functions in current hospitalcomputer system and PACS.Essential FunctionsExhibits knowledge ofprinciples, practices and procedures and demonstrates competency inperforming digital screening and diagnostic mammography imaging,needle localization, stereotactic biopsy, breast ultrasound,ultrasound biopsy, localization and cyst aspiration, and specimenimaging demonstrating all the anatomical structures of thebreast.

Provide and promote quality care in accordance with hospitalstandards utilizing the hospital, radiology and mammographypolicies and procedures.

Ability to troubleshoot basictechnical/equipment problems and communicate with service.

Abilityto work in a timely manner eliminating unnecessary delays in allprocedures.

Identify patient needs: comfort patient by anticipatinganxiety, answer questions, maintain a kind and courteous attitude,respect patient privacy and confidentiality.

Practice cost effectiveuse of supplies.

Follows HIPAA Guidelines when obtaining and sendingpatient medical information.

Assist interpreting physician withinvasive procedures in breast imaging as directed and /or documentactivities related to policy and procedure.

Apply knowledge of theprinciples of radiation protection for the patient, self andothers.

Duties & ResponsibilitiesAbility to perform digitalmammography equipment QC or trained in house within 6months.

Understands and supports mission statement, rules,regulations, policies, procedures and protocols of LexingtonMedical Center.

Attends pertinent staff development programsincluding all in-service mandatory classes.

Maintain continuingeducational programs per

MQSA, ACR

requirements.

Arrives to work ontime and is prepared to begin work promptly. Adheres to workschedule and is flexible when schedule requires.

Demonstratescompetence to provide developmentally psycho-social care/treatmentfor the following patient population:

Child (9-12 years)Adolescent(13-17 years)Adult (18-65 years)Geriatric (Over 65years)Demonstrates good Service Expectations keeping Press Ganeyscores high.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

We are committedto offering quality, cost-effective benefits choices for ouremployees and their families:

Day ONE medical, dental and lifeinsurance benefitsHealth care and dependent care flexible spendingaccounts (FSAs)Employees are eligible for enrollment into the403(b) match plan day one. LHI matches dollar for dollar up to6%.Employer paid life insurance equal to 1x salaryEmployee mayelect supplemental life insurance with low cost premiums up to 3xsalaryAdoption assistanceLHI provides its full-time employeesemployer paid short-term disability and long-term disabilitycoverage after 90 days of eligible employmentTuitionreimbursementStudent loan forgivenessEqual Opportunity EmployerItis the policy of LMC to provide equal opportunity of employment forall individuals, and to remain compliant with applicable state andfederal laws and regulations. LMC strives to provide adiscrimination-free environment, and to recruit, select, on-board,and employ all employees without regard to race, color, religion,sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, orpregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including butnot limited to, lactation. LMC endeavors to upgrade and promoteemployees from within the hospital where possible and consistentwith the employees desires and abilities and the hospitals needs.byJobble