Located in the heart of the Coachella Valley, you have access to resort-style living and world-class amenities throughout Southern California.
Job Description:
Education:
Required: Graduate of a Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) approved School of Radiologic Technology
Licensure/Certification:
Required: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) - Radiology (R); California Radiologic Technologist (CRT) license Radiography and Mammography; American Heart Association BLS
Experience:
Preferred: Mammography screening experience
Job Objective:
Produces quality screening and diagnostic mammography films and dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) exams; educates patients regarding patient exams and accurately documents procedures completed and procedure codes.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Demonstrates compliance with Code of Conduct and compliance policies, and takes action to resolve compliance questions or concerns and report suspected violations
- Interacts compassionately and effectively with patients providing a Five Star experience by reducing anxieties; provides explanations of procedures and equipment, and answers questions
- Escorts patient from sub-wait area to procedure room.
- Explains procedure to patient prior to beginning exam.
- Obtains appropriate medical history required (patient and family) before procedure is started.
- Explains comparative film review and obtains patient film release signature, as appropriate.
- Performs appropriate screening and diagnostic mammography exams.
- Completes all required billing and documentation accurately and timely in EHR and PACS.
- Performs bone density screening as assigned.
- Maintains cleanliness of all radiology equipment and rooms.
- Maintains job knowledge per the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) and state regulatory requirements.
- Follows department timekeeping procedures.
- Works at main campus and satellite facilities.
Essential Skils:
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently to meet deadlines
- Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations in a calm and professional manner
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and unexpected situations
- Ability to communicate with patients, healthcare professionals, and staff to ensure clear and accurate exchange of information
- Proficient in the use of mammography and DEXA equipment
