Travel Mammography Technologist - $2,268 per week

Company: Froedtert Health - W129N7055 Northfield Drive
Location: Menomonee Falls
Posted on: May 4, 2025

Job Description:

• Job Details
• Performs mammographic exams.
• Responsible for identifying and resolving issues related to images, equipment, and quality control.
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with medical / clinical staff, students, and patients.
• Performs Breast Imaging related exams according to medical/department standards and department protocol.
• Imaging is performed to obtain diagnostic quality examinations within proper radiation safety and OSHA guidelines.
• Exams are performed efficiently with a minimum of delay between patients following established protocols.
• Expected to consistently meet the schedule and quality requirements for all exams.
• Operates mammography department equipment according to protocols as defined by manufacturer, hospital/clinic, or other recognized authority.
• Recognizes and reports equipment malfunctions or other technical issues to appropriate resources.
• Prepares the exam room prior to the next patient's arrival, promoting department efficiency.
• Prepares patient for exam by providing clear explanation of the procedure and answering questions.
• Provides appropriate instructions and positioning to obtain maximum image quality.
• Addresses patient questions and concerns regarding mammography and breast procedures.
• Assists and thanks the patient at the conclusion of the exam.
• Produces high quality images and ensures all images are appropriately labeled/identified.
• Recognizes normal anatomy, physiology, normal variations, and pathology and adjusts imaging process as needed.
• Assures all applicable images are archived to PACS and data integrity is maintained.
• Performs PACS reconciliation accurately and assists others with image quality concerns.
• Demonstrates proficiency and knowledge of Epic, Radiant Information Systems, and mammography reporting systems.
• Correctly and accurately enters and schedules orders, checks in patients, begins and ends exams, bills supplies, documents notes, cancels/credits submissions, and reviews patient history for pertinent clinical information and contraindications.
• Performs end of day reconciliation for all exams performed.
• Proactively looks for opportunities to increase department efficiency and provide a cohesive working staff environment.
• Routinely offers to help others in their duties and assist in getting or beginning the next patient.
• Regularly stocks supplies and linen, removes dirty linen, cleans work areas and patient care rooms.
• Ensures exam rooms are left clean and well organized for the next staff member and patients use.
• Supports functions of the Lead / QA technologist.
• Assists when needed with routine quality control, answering phones, scheduling patients, coordinating inpatients, and providing instruction to medical staff and patients.
• Provides a positive teaching environment for co-workers, students, residents, providers, and new staff.
• Completes all required documentation in a timely and efficient manner with complete and accurate information.
• Prevents or eliminates potential problems by using intuitive skills and multitasking.
• Provides assistance to radiologists and other medical staff during mammography exams.
• Prepares lab specimens, labels, and arranges for timely transport or takes directly to lab following procedure.
• Demonstrates understanding of infection control and sterile technique.
• Maintains exam room area in a clean and orderly state in accordance with Hospital Infection Control.
  • Additional Details
  • Minimum of 1 year experience in performing mammography is preferred.

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