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Northeast Georgia Health System · 5 months ago

Mammography/X-Ray Technologist Mon - Fri 7am - 3:30pm

Gainesville, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities. They are seeking a Mammography/X-Ray Technologist to perform general radiographic and mammography procedures with minimal supervision, ensuring quality imaging and patient care.

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Responsibilities

Operate all mammographic equipment according to equipment specifications. Adheres to infection control and safety practices. Maintains work area in a neat and orderly fashion. Follows good radiation safety practices; i.e. coning, shielding, film badge monitoring, according to state and federal guidelines. Produce quality mammographic images consistently within established protocols. Maintains processors, diagnosis processing problems and takes appropriate action. Maintains patient records according to department procedure. Knowledge of appropriate use of contrast media (venipuncture, injector, consent forms, type, quantity, complications). Properly assess patient according to exam ordered with appropriate documentation (i.e. check order, review previous films, check lab values when indicated, prep, screen for possible pregnancy, appropriate history, coordinate with Imaging nurse as appropriate). Provide patient education pertinent to exam being performed and document in patient record. Compliance in accurately and completely utilizing RIS according to department standards (i.e., order, arrive, start, complete, cancel, record complications, IV infiltrate documentation, drug history, repeats, complaints and transfers), CPAC procedures when indicated. Meets productivity standards defined by the department

Participate in training of new staff and students

Attends department meetings

Performs non-technical duties as assigned (i.e., stock rooms, transport patients, clean cassettes)