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Mammography Technologist operates independently and without direct supervision as the technologist responsible for the performance and coordination of mammography exams. The purpose of these exams is to achieve diagnostic studies so that proper diagnosis and treatment may be effectuated. Operates independently and without direct supervision as the technologist responsible for the performance and coordination of all diagnostic radiology examinations.
04/25/2025 to 05/27/2025
$79,169 - $102,917 per year
GS 9
1 vacancy in the following location:
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No
25% or less - Will be required to travel to the Charlotte Health Care Center as needed to provide coverage.
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Permanent
Full-time
Competitive
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Yes
CBTA-12728236-25-KWP
835756800
Mammography -
Maintains effective control of the mammography area by coordinating, planning, organizing and executing the work potential to expedite workflow patterns within the department. Schedules patient for exams and maintains daily log of patients and procedures to be incorporated into statistical management workload profiles.
Receives and positions patient for examination. Explains procedures and actions to allay fears and secure maximum cooperation.
Assist the radiologist in the performance of special mammography tests. Assists in needle localization, breast biopsy(s) and cyst aspirations, in which the radiologist pinpoints a suspected area on the patient. Incumbent makes exposures and processes the film under sterile technique after the radiologist inserts the localizing needle into the patient. Incumbent also makes radiographs of breast tissue submitted for pathology findings.
Performs Quality Control procedures, which may include (but not exclusively) the following:; reject/repeat film analysis; screen cleaning regiment; grid alignment and artifacts; mammography equipment phantom and reproducibility; automatic exposure control density and field sensitivity; compression test. SNR/CNR test.
Responsible for creating, implementing, collecting, critiquing and preparing all mammography documents/ reports for up-to-date data to insure that the ACR, FDA and VA mandates are always within the prescribed standards. Technologist will be responsible for submitting annual updates to the ACR to ensure compliance and continued operation of mammography section. Every three years, submits hard copy films and associated documents to the ACR. The ACR review data and films will determine if the medical center can continue to operate under its current or renewed license.
Recognizes anatomy and its pathology and makes adjustments as necessary to insure that proper identification of said anatomy is well visualized in order to achieve optimal diagnosis by the radiologist.
Keeps abreast of technological advances in the fields of mammography. Maintains ARRT and BCLS license/ certifications.
Insures that the examination rooms and work rooms are kept clean and neat in appearance.
Develops and presents management briefing reports specific to the operation of the mammography section such as: reject film analyses, film usage analyses, etc. Provides reports of accomplishments, proposals for improved effectiveness and state of equipment. Monitors and controls film waste to maximize efficiency in the number of exams performed without compromising quality standards.
Troubleshoots equipment used in mammography by monitoring the daily, weekly, and quarterly QC procedures to make suggestions about repairs and/or adjustments. Must recognize and report major equipment malfunctions within a timely manner to Radiology Manager or a BioMed Representative.
Manages all aspects of the mammography file room. Coordinates incoming and outgoing image movements. Dispatches images and reports to outside physicians and hospitals. Maintains a log of all radiographs received from outside sources. Monitors these radiographs to be certain all radiographs on loan are returned in a timely manner in order to maintain good working relations with outside facilities. Employs up-to-date record keeping and tracking mechanisms.
Responsible for explaining exams to patients in terms the patient will comprehend as well as recognize potential hazards. May be required by procedure or patient's condition to monitor vital signs, recognize allergic reactions and initiate cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Receives and interprets all mammography radiology requests. Inputs pertinent radiology information into computer. Technologist will be able to register, cancel and edit requests via the computer radiology information system (RIS). Compiles computer generated Radiology reports and distributes to appropriate clinics and physicians. Validates and sends lay summary letter to each and every patient once the mammogram has been reported by a radiologist and communicates consults as needed. Maintains all BIRAD reports as mandated by the FDA and ACR.
Preferred Experience: Advanced Mammography Certification
Work Schedule: 8:00am to 4:30pm; Monday - Friday
Telework: No
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required
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