Mammography Technologist II

Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. Work with one of the nation's leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ locations throughout Houston. Be part of a team that is nationally recognized for delivering coordinated and accountable care. As a multi-specialty clinic, we offer care from more than 900 medical providers in 65 medical specialties. Take on a rewarding opportunity to help drive higher quality, higher patient satisfaction and lower total costs. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Upon the order of a qualified physician, the Mammography Technologist will utilize equipment which produces ionizing radiation to obtain images for diagnostic purposes according to policies, procedures, and protocols of the KSC Radiology Department and Kelsey-Seybold Clinic. The Mammography Technologist will perform Mammography and DEXA studies, in addition to general radiographic studies,
fluoroscopic studies, ASC procedures, and/or SCNB procedures. The Mammography Technologist will utilize the designated Radiology Information System (RIS) and designated PACS system. May be assigned to other duties, technical or non-technical if training, experience, and credentials are deemed adequate by supervisor to perform those duties.

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED. Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technology program
• 40 hours mammography training approved by the ARRT to meet the minimum initial FDA & TMB requirements for mammographers
• ARRT (R)(M) MRT-General Certificate
• BLS through American Heart Associaion
• 2+years of experience in mammography or 1+ years of KSC experience
• X-ray and/or SCNB experience
• Experience using Microsoft
• PACS and RIS experience
• Working knowledge of mammography quality assurance measures and accreditation requirements
• Proven excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

• Associates in Applied Science-Radiology Technology
• Mammography and SCNB experience
• Bilingual

• Upon the order of a qualified physician, performs diagnostic and/or screening mammography and DEXA procedures, to include general radiographic studies, fluoroscopic studies, ASC procedures, and/or SCNB procedures if applicable, according to policies, procedures, and protocols of the KSC radiology department. Understands and applies technical principles affecting optimal production of radiographic images, as well as anatomical orientations and anomalies affecting proper positioning. Understands age related communication needs of patients and is able to effectively convey instructions. Maintains an individual repeat rate of < 5% in Mammography and < 8% in Radiography
• Participates in Technical Quality Control measures which include performance of routine equipment maintenance and reporting malfunctions or variances of performance of all equipment to the appropriate supervisor or his/her designee in the supervisor's absence. Able to perform mammography quality control tests, determine compliance with established standards and document results, instituting corrective action and/or suspend performing studies if necessary to maintain compliance with established standards. Maintains required documentation of quality assurance activities. Should be familiar with service arrangements for equipment. Maintains necessary supplies and documentation of cleaning logs as applicable
• Uses RIS system correctly, according to Clinic and Department guidelines and properly documents, for the radiologist's review, atypical conditions which could affect image quality. Understands PACS system and can identify problems with image transmission as they occur and notify Medical Imaging Supervisor or Lead/designee when corrective actions are beyond the scope of the technologist
• Conscious of radiation safety measures and demonstrates competence in the selection and use of shielding devices as is age appropriate for the patient or as requested when study content will not be compromised. Utilizes sterile technique when applicable for invasive procedures
• Participates in formal and in service training programs of Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, department specific in services, and any applicable site-specific training. Maintains current applicable licenses and/or certifications and complies with continuing education requirements necessary to maintain same
• Interacts effectively with patients and coworkers, including staff assigned to other locations. Communicates readily and well with Supervisor, Lead, peers, and Radiologists in giving and receiving feedback. Must have the ability to understand and respond to questions by giving information Capable of dealing effectively with other clinic departments, physicians, and staff. Uses the Mission and Values as a guideline for all communications, verbal, written, or electronic