Mammography Technologist III - FT - Days - Wom Img

DHR Health - US:TX:McAllen - Days

Summary

FLSA STATUS: ☐ Exempt ☒ Non-Exempt

MISSION STATEMENT:

Our Mission is to improve the well-being of those we serve with a commitment to excellence: every patient, every encounter, every time.

VISION:

Our Vision is to create a world-class health system to advance medicine and increase access for the communities we serve by empowering caregivers to heal through compassion, knowledge, innovation, integrated care and excellence.

POSITION SUMMARY

Mammography Technologist III is an advanced breast imaging technologist recognized for expertise in mammography, breast interventional procedures, image quality, staff development, and workflow operations. In addition to performing screening and diagnostic mammography and bone densitometry procedures in accordance with physician orders, regulatory requirements, and departmental standards, this role serves as a lead clinical resource, supporting program excellence, accreditation readiness, and exceptional patient care.

Mammography Technologist III fosters a collaborative and positive work environment through effective communication, teamwork, mentorship, and professional leadership. Utilizing advanced technical expertise, critical thinking, and sound clinical judgment, this role supports staff development, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and ongoing quality improvement initiatives for the Breast Imaging Department.

POSITION EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of a Radiologic Technology Program required.
• Texas Medical Board (TMB) certification required. – GMRT
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Mammography required. – RT(R)(M) (ARRT)
• Stereotactic Breast Biopsy Procedures Structured Education - 3 CEU Hours Required

(Course/Program must be pre-approved by Radiology Administration to ensure MQSA/FDA compliance.)

• Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification required.
• Meets all MQSA continuing education and continuing experience requirements.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Computer proficiency required.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with all levels of nursing, administration, and physicians.

JOB KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE

• Minimum three (3) years of mammography experience required.
• Demonstrated high-performance imaging quality metrics and efficiency.
• Demonstrated leadership in quality and regulatory initiatives.
• Designated as a department preceptor based on image quality and leadership performance.
• Demonstrates skill and proficiency in performing mammographic and/or stereotactic breast core biopsies and needle localizations.
• Perform screening and diagnostic mammography, bone density procedures, breast imaging workflow, mammography reporting software use and documentation, and RIS/PACS documentation.
• Demonstrates compliance with MQSA, ACR, CMS, FDA, and Joint Commission standards.
• Demonstrates critical thinking, clinical judgment, and adaptability to effectively assess and respond to patient needs and support coworkers.

Responsibilities

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Promotes and supports the organization's mission, vision, and values through professional conduct, communication, and collaboration.
• Considers organizational mission, vision, and values in developing services, standards, and practices.
• Performs mammography (screening and diagnostic), and bone densitometry examinations according to established protocols, regulatory requirements, and physician orders.
• Provides safe, compassionate, and patient-centered care throughout the imaging continuum.
• Comprehends and accurately interprets, documents, and communicates physician orders, telephone orders, departmental protocols, and patient care instructions.
• Prepares necessary supplies and equipment for scheduled procedures.
• Supports patient workflow, patient navigation initiatives, and interdisciplinary team collaboration.
• Adheres to ALARA principles and optimizes imaging to use only the radiation necessary to produce diagnostic-quality images.
• Consistently produces high-quality mammographic images, maintains departmental image quality metrics, and demonstrates commitment to repeat/reject reduction initiatives.
• Maintains cleanliness, readiness, and proper operation of imaging equipment, supplies, and work areas while adhering to departmental and organizational policies and safe operating practices.
• Independently performs, documents, and maintains competency in assigned quality control testing and equipment maintenance activities.
• Utilizes RIS, PACS, and other electronic software systems to accurately document, verify, complete, and charge capture activities in accordance with organizational and department processes and policies.
• Assists and maintains full compliance with Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA), U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), American College of Radiology (ACR), Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), and Joint Commission standards and supports accreditation readiness.
• Participates in departmental quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives, especially those related to breast image quality, positioning, patient experience, and workflow optimization.
• Maintains clinical, regulatory, procedural, and equipment competencies.
• Completes all required continuing education, credentialing, competency assessments, employee health requirements, and organizational training.
• Serves as a staff resource and supports the orientation, training, and learning experiences of new technologists and students.
• Leads and participates in at least one approved Breast Screening event, such as the Annual hospital health fair or screening community events.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

MAMMO TECH III ADVANCED RESPONSIBILITIES

Breast Procedure Competency

• Performs and assists with:

o Stereotactic breast biopsy procedures.

o Breast localization procedures.

o Breast intervention workflows.

• Assist physicians during breast procedures.
• Maintains procedural competencies.

Quality Leadership

• Coordinates and assists with auditing and image review initiatives; participates in ACR preparation.
• Participates and assists with quality image audits and improvement initiatives.

Clinical Resource and Education

• Functions as a subject matter expert and designated preceptor for mammography.
• Assists with protocol development and standardization.
• Assists with competency assessment activities and provides peer-to-peer competency support.
• Provides continuing education support.

Performance Excellence

• Consistently demonstrates superior image quality.
• Maintains breast imaging quality metrics established by department leadership.
• Supports implementation of emerging breast imaging technologies and workflow enhancements.

CAREER GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES

• Mammography Technologist I
• Mammography Technologist II
• Mammography Technologist III

ü Breast Imaging Technologist

LINES OF RESPONSIBILITIES

• Tech Supervisor → 2. Radiology Manager → 3. Asst. Director of Radiology
• Director of Radiology → 5. VP of Imaging Services

Other information:

CUSTOMER SERVICE:

Provide excellent customer service to all DHR customers. All employees are required to attend the DHR C.A.R.E.S program which outlines the Customer Service Principals including: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence through Knowledge and Safety & Social Conscience.

AGE SPECIFIC :

Employees must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in his/her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirement relative to his or her age.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: (ADA) :

A. Essential Duties : Indicated by bold print within performance standards, preceding individual numbered criteria.

The following table provides physical requirements that will be associated with, but not limited to, this position:

Light/moderate lifting up to 20 lbs, from the floor to shoulder height.

Yes

Kneeling

Yes

Must be able to assist other employees with lifting more than 20 lbs.

Yes

Walking

Yes

Light/moderate carrying up to 20 lbs.

Yes

Standing/Squatting

Yes

Straight pulling

Yes

Sitting

Yes

Pulling hand over hand

Yes

Pushing

Yes

Repeated bending

Yes

Stooping/Bending

Yes

Reaching above shoulder

Yes

Climbing Stairs

Yes

Simple grasping

Yes

Climbing Ladders

No

Dual simultaneous grasping

Yes

Depth Perceptions needed

Yes

Ability to see

Yes

Identify Colors

Yes

Operating office equipment

Yes

Twisting

Yes

Operating mechanical equipment

Yes

Crawling

No

Ability to read and write

Yes

Ability to Count

Yes

Ability to hear verbal communication without aid

Yes

Operating Personal Vehicle

Yes

Ability to comprehend written/verbal communication

Yes

Other: Ability to deal with stress

Yes

OSHA Category

III

B. Working Conditions : The individual spends over 95% of his/her time in an air-conditioned environment with varying exposures to noise. There is protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. The position does have low exposure to malodorous, infectious body fluids from patients and some minimal exposure to noxious smells from cleansing agents.

C. Occupational Exposure: This position has minimal to no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues and is an OSHA Category III (although situations can be imagined or hypothesized under which anyone, anywhere, might encounter potential exposure to body fluids). Person who performs these duties are not called upon as part of their employment to perform or assist in emergency medical care or first aid or to be potentially exposed in some other way.

D. Aptitudes : HIGH 1 2 3 4 5 6 LOW

Intelligence: General learning ability: The ability to “catch on” or understand instructions and underlying principles. Ability to reason and make judgments. 3

Verbal: Ability to understand meanings of words and ideas associated with them, and to use them effectively. To comprehend language, to understand relationships between words, and to understand meanings of whole sentences and paragraphs. To present information or ideas clearly. 3

Numerical: Ability to perform arithmetic operations quickly and accurately. 2

Spatial: Ability to comprehend forms in space and understands relationships of plane and solid objects. Frequently described as the ability to “visualize” objects or two or three dimensions, or to think visually of geometric forms. 2

Form Perception: Ability to perceive pertinent details and objects or in pictorial or graphic material to make visual comparisons and discriminations and see slight differences in shapes and shadings of figures and widths and lengths of lines. 3

Clerical Perception: Ability to receive pertinent details and verbal or tabular material. To observe differences in copy, to proofread words and numbers, and to avoid perceptual errors in arithmetic computation. 2

Motor Coordination: Ability to coordinate eyes and hands to fingers rapidly and accurately in making precise movements with speed. Ability to make a movement response accurately and quickly. 3

Finger Dexterity: Ability to move hands easily and skillfully. To work with fingers in placing and turning motions. 3

Manual Dexterity: Ability to move hands easily and skillfully. To work with hands in placing and turning motions. 3

Eye-Hand-Foot Coordination: Ability to move the hand and foot coordinately with each other in accordance with visual stimuli. 3

Color Discrimination: Ability to perceive and respond to similarities or differences in colors, shapes, or other values of the same or different color. To identify a particular color, or to recognize harmonious or contrasting color combinations, or to match color adequately. 3

I have read and reviewed my job description with my supervisor or designee, and I understand the job I am expected to perform.

Employee Signature: ________________________________ Date: ____________________