Job Description
Mammographer/Sonographer Technologist
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Work Location: (Alliance) 3025 North Tarrant Pkwy Suite 250 Fort Worth, TX 76177
Work Hours: Full-Time, Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm
The Mammo Sono Technologist is responsible for the independent operation of mammography and sonography equipment to create necessary images for imaging procedures with a high degree of accuracy in positioning and image quality techniques, employing effective patient and clinician communication.
Department/Center Highlights:
- Center of Excellence 3 years in a row.
- Strong team collaboration
- Compassion and empathy to our patients and the team
Here is what you will need:
- Completion of a formal radiologic technology training program and hold current
certification by ARRT in Radiography
- Completion of advanced level didactic and clinical training in breast sonography either
through Solis University or a qualifying external program prior to hire.
- ARRT advanced level certification in mammography with documentation of clinical
experience, or MQSA qualified and (M) registry eligible.
- ARRT advanced level certification in breast sonography (BS).
- Technologists must also meet organizationally defined minimum exam frequency
requirements for both modalities to qualify for dual mammo/sono role and is assessed
annually. Dual certification alone is insufficient for qualification.
- Current on all required continuing education and continuing experience as required by
MQSA and ARRT.
- High School Diploma; Associate degree preferred.
- Must possess non-restricted licensure in state work location as required.
- Two years of experience in mammography is preferred.
A Day in the Life of a Mammographer/Sonographer Technologist:
- Provide services and support for the following areas:
- Understands, promotes and demonstrates the Solis Way.
- Consistently practices excellent mammography positioning and exposure techniques.
- Produces high quality breast ultrasound images and obtains appropriate measurements
according to ACR guidelines.
- Performs mammography and breast sonography exams at organizationally defined minimum
exam frequency thresholds for dual role.
- Explains procedures adequately to patients to maximize patient comfort and cooperation.
- Maintains mammography and ultrasound equipment for cleanliness and ensures proper
equipment maintenance and equipment safety.
- Performs Quality Control tests/maintenance of equipment as required.
- Maintains a good working relationship with Radiologists and other Center staff members
- Ability to effectively communicate on an individual and small group basis to doctors,
patients, and other employees.
- Appropriate monitoring during all phases of procedure with special care taken to ensure
patient emotional and physical well-being
- Maintains patient-first focus and exhibits outstanding customer service skills
- Assist and/or chaperones radiologist when performing ultrasound/mammographic exams
and/or procedures as appropriate.
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed and sometimes
complicated, written or oral instructions.
Why Solis Mammography?
- A Great Place to Work, earning this prestigious award for multiple years running.
- Offer competitive benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO, Paid Holidays, Backup Child/Adult Care as well as other unique benefits.
Qualifications
At Solis Mammography, we save lives. We shape the future of women's health. We are empowered, appreciated, and part of something bigger. Together, we deliver compassionate, exceptional care. Every patient. Every time.
Our patient-focused culture is at the heart of every interaction. We deliver the care, compassion and high-touch experience that have made us a valued healthcare partner to the generations of women that we serve. As the nation's leader in breast health services, our commitment to providing excellence in patient care is realized at every level of our organization.