Mammographer

Starting salary is determined based upon factors that may include: years of relevant experience, education, applicable certifications/licensure, and internal equity.

Basic Job Function and Responsibilities

To work with physicians in the diagnosis of patients by performing a variety of Radiographic and Mammography procedures that require independent thinking, judgment and initiative, while providing quality patient care. Promotes the Mission, Vision and Values of Mercy Iowa City. 

• Prepares patients and performs head CT scans (Code Stroke/Stroke Alert).
• Assists Radiologists with imaging procedures.
• Assists Radiologists with invasive procedures utilizing mammography, i.e. Breast Needle Localization.
• Completes required continuing education as needed in order to maintain ARRT and Permit to Practice.
• Interviews patients and records medical history relative to imaging procedure. Assesses patient's physical state and needs.
• Operates radiographic imaging equipment in the department; practices radiation safety and protection.
• Participates in and is responsible for designated/delegated aspects of quality improvement pertaining to mammography as required by federal, state and JCAHO regulations, including patient result letters and follow-up letters.
• Performs a variety of mammographic procedures using independent judgment to provide quality patient care while consistently displaying outstanding judgment in image critique.
• Performs diagnostic radiographs within the Diagnostic Radiology Department using independent judgment to provide quality patient care while consistently displaying outstanding judgment in image critique.
• Identifies, accesses, and prepares medications as prescribed by a licensed practitioner. Prepares and assists with or administers materials, including opaque media, contrast media and barium, while adhering to patient safety goals.
• Provides for the care and protection of patients, assuming care for their emotional, psychological and physical needs while adhering to the Joint Commission Patient Safety Goals.
• Assists in moving patient from transportation mode to x-ray table.
• Takes appropriate radiation safety measures with all patients, employees and with own self.
• Registers patients in accordance with hospital guidelines.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

Education

A high school diploma and completion of a two-year radiological technology
program - Required

Certification(s), Licensure(s) & Registration(s)

Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology - Required

Iowa Department of Public Health Permit to Practice - Required

American Registry of Radiologic Technology Advanced Certification in Mammography within 12 months of hire - Required

Certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) within 6 months of hire - Required