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LAYIQ - Mammography Tech - West Houston Imaging Center at MD Anderson Cancer Center

Patient Care
Perform mammography imaging examinations ordered by physicians
Perform patient care activities within scope of practice including POCT, IV insertion, patient interviews, assessments, discharge education, transportation, medication preparation, and medication administration
Ensure patient, family, visitor, and staff safety by monitoring the environment and following established safety procedures
Screen patients and manage clearance processes for implanted devices while completing event reporting and Stop the Line requirements
Protect patients from ionizing radiation following ALARA and Image Gently guidelines and monitor technical scanning parameters
Recognize patient distress and assist with emergency response teams including DIURT, MERIT, nurse, physician, and Code Blue responses
Adhere to infection control standards and utilize sterile or aseptic technique when applicable
Administer contrast agents according to manufacturer standards and the six rights of medication administration
Apply age-specific criteria while performing patient care duties
Recognize critical findings and promptly notify interpreting radiologists
Clinical Operations & Documentation
Demonstrate flexibility to support patient care needs including early arrivals, extended shifts, rotational call coverage, and emergency ride-out team assignments
Travel to off-site patient care facilities including Bellaire Imaging Center, West Houston Imaging Center, and CABI as assigned
Maintain cleanliness and organization of imaging rooms, dressing rooms, and work areas
Stock, transport, and distribute supplies throughout assigned areas
Monitor radioactive material levels and decontaminate work and patient care areas when necessary
Dispose of linens, contrast materials, disposable coils, and related items according to regulations
Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA requirements
Ensure all patient documentation is complete, accurate, and timely
Accurately enter patient and exam information into clinical systems
Verify patient identity using approved identifiers and established best practices
Critical Thinking & Strategic Alignment
Apply critical thinking using clinical history, medical records, and imaging information to support patient and provider needs
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to resolve clinical care questions and improve operational effectiveness
Manage patient flow and scheduling capacity to minimize delays and improve on-time appointment starts
Expedite patient care and reduce room turnaround times through proactive workflow management
Follow section downtime procedures and report system failures to supervisors immediately
Utilize communication tools responsibly including whiteboards, paging systems, telephones, email, and fax systems
Ensure accurate, complete, and timely transfer of images to PACS
Conduct verbal hand-offs using SBAR methodology and complete shift reports
Participate in quality and performance improvement initiatives to enhance workflow and patient experience
Foster education through mentoring, coaching, training, and support of patients, students, residents, technologists, and staff
Compliance, Quality & Professional Development
Suggest and support workplace efficiency improvements that reduce waste and improve operations
Adhere to Joint Commission standards and applicable state and federal requirements
Maintain all required licensure and certifications
Attend and actively participate in departmental meetings
Document incidents, variances, unusual circumstances, and patient concerns within required timeframes
Complete mandatory education, safety preparedness, equipment orientation, and continuing education requirements
Support compliance with American College of Radiology accreditation standards and recommendations
Technical Acumen
Perform routine, advanced, immediate care, inpatient, and on-call imaging procedures with a high level of technical proficiency
Verify imaging site, patient positioning, annotation accuracy, and imaging parameters
Apply knowledge of anatomy and pathology to obtain required diagnostic information
Manipulate imaging parameters to optimize image quality while maintaining efficiency
Meet section productivity standards and minimize errors to benchmark levels
Independently operate assigned equipment and complete quality assurance activities
Collaborate with appropriate teams to resolve image quality issues and concerns
Report equipment malfunctions to DI Engineering, Physics, supervisors, and managers with complete documentation
Perform general x-ray procedures when patient needs require support
Accurately enter exam charges, billable supplies, CPT and procedure codes, demographics, and related data into RIS, Clinic Station, CARE, whiteboards, and modality systems
EDUCATION
Required: Graduate of an accredited Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) Program.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required: None
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required: RT(R) - Radiography Registry in Radiography by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Upon Hire and
Required: CMRT - Cert Medical Radiologic Tech Texas Medical Board (TMB). Upon Hire and
Required: RT(M) - Mammography Advanced Registry in Mammography by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). within 180 Days and
Required: BLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire or
Required: CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation Upon Hire
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent

Mammography Tech - West Houston Imaging Center

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