Mammography Technologist Intern - FT - Evenings - MHW

Radiologic Technologist

Employees in Imaging Services at Memorial Hospital West enjoy participating in an excellent, unrivaled culture. Patient safety, quality, and outstanding customer service are valued above all else. Extensive teamwork and collaboration are encouraged across the modalities for the mutual benefit of improving patient outcomes and providing a rewarding experience for our employees involved in their care.

Performs various imaging procedures in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.

When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice. Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate. Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Analyzes images and identifies issues with the quality of images. Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure if clinically appropriate. Reviews patient history and physician's orders. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment, and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation. Takes on call shift responsibilities as required by the department. Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary. Charges appropriately for all supplies used for procedure and utilizes appropriate exam codes.

Accountability, Accuracy & Quality, Administration of Contrast Media, Customer Service, Image Production, Analysis and Archival, Patient and Family Centered Care, Patient Assessment and Care, Patient Positioning and Procedures, Radiation Protection, Responding to Change, Standards of Behavior

Accredited Program: Radiology (Required) ARRT_American Registry of Radiology Tech (ARRT) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS American Heart RQI E-Card (BLS AHA-RQI ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Certification Grace (BLS GRACE) - Employee Grace Period for Essential Credential (GRACE), BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC) - Red Cross (RED CROSS), Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)

Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required Work Experience: No prior work experience required. Other Information: Must possess an active Radiography Certificate from the State of Florida and must take the ARRT(R) examination. If hired to support Women Imaging: Candidate must obtain (M) Certification within 1 year. Upon successful completion of the certification, a 2-year contract will commence. Candidate must be flexible to travel to all MHS Women's Imaging Centers.

Shift: Evenings