Radiological Technologist - Mammography at University of Maryland Medical System in Glen Burnie, Maryland

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Job Description



General Summary



Under moderate supervision, the Radiologic Technologist-Mammography will perform radiographic/mammographic procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. The employee will demonstrate a professional approach in their work, with emphasis on patient care and in their technical abilities to complete the requested exams promptly, while still maintaining patient safety. Be responsive in the need to use proper radiation safety principles, both for the safety of the patient as well as themselves and co-workers. When performing mammography duties patients served include adolescent to adult-geriatric. Patients served when working as a general radiographic technologist include infant through adult-geriatric.



Mission



All employees are responsible for extending the mission and values of Baltimore Washington Medical Center by dedicating oneself to providing the highest quality healthcare services to the communities we serve.



Reporting Relationships



Reports directly to the Radiology Manager. No direct supervision; requires a complete "self starter"; monitoring schedule, following imaging protocols necessary to obtain desired results. Functions under the direction of the Radiology Director and the Medical Director of the Radiology Department.


Company Description
Experience the highest level of appreciation at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center - named Top Workplace in the Baltimore area by The Baltimore Sun two years in a row (2019 & 2020); Top Workplace in the USA for 2021! As part of the acclaimed University of Maryland Medical System, our facility is one of three ANCC Pathway to Excellence® designated hospitals in Maryland. UM BWMC features one of the state's busiest emergency departments, as well as a team of experts who care for our community and one another. The University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center (UMBWMC) provides the highest quality health care services to the communities we serve. Our medical center is home to leading-edge technology, nationally recognized quality, personalized service and outstanding people. We have 285 licensed beds and we're home to 3,200 employees and over 800 physicians. Our expert physicians and experienced, compassionate staff are connected to medical practices in the local community as well as at University of Maryland Medical Center in downtown Baltimore. For patients, this means access to high-quality care and research discoveries aimed at improving Maryland's health. Our physicians and nursing staff specialize in emergency, acute, medical-surgical and critical care. In addition, our medical center is home to many Centers of Excellence, offering expert outpatient health care.


Qualifications


High School diploma or equivalent required. Graduation from an approved and accredited radiologic educational program required. Registration from the American Registry for Radiologic Technologists, to include mammography accreditation and license as a Medical Radiation Technologist in the state of Maryland is required. Current BLS certification or obtained prior to providing direct patient care is required.



Working Conditions



Work is high demand. May be exposed to frequent interruptions and multiple demands. May be physically or verbally abused by patients. Expected to work on rotating shifts including weekends and holidays as necessary. Occupational exposure: Must practice established radiation safety principles; wear and maintain film/ring badges in the prescribed manner; wearing of lead apparel. Potential for regular exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials, requiring the observance of Standard (Universal) Precautions and safe handling practices. This position has been classified as medium exposure risk and requires the completion of an annual respirator mask fitting.



Physical Requirements



Standing, walking, stooping, bending (3-5 hours/shift). Reaching for and handling of equipment and supplies (5-8 hours/shift) (15-20 lb.). Manual dexterity for operating equipment. Visual acuity for viewing video display monitors and reading patient's charts (5-8 hours/shift). Acute hearing required to assimilate oral communication from patient, physician, family members, or other staff members approximately 90% of the time. Pushing, pulling, transferring and maneuvering stretchers and wheelchairs, with or without patients or ancillary equipment, occasionally with the assistance of others (5-8 hours/shift, weight may exceed 100 lbs), in accordance with Safe Patient Lifting policy.


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