Radiological Technologist, Screening Mammography/General Procedures - Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre

Detailed Overview

Reporting to the Supervisor, Mammography / Bone Densitometry and Site Coordinator, Medical Imaging, the Radiological Technologist, Screening Mammography / General Procedures, practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice as well as utilizing a client and family centered care model and the vision and values of the department within Fraser Health (FH).

The Radiological Technologist performs routine screening mammography, diagnostic radiography / fluoroscopy and other medical imaging procedures / techniques;

observes safe radiation protection procedures. Duties include receiving and completing requisitions, entering relevant data into the Radiology Information System (RIS), preparing examination trays and patients for specific procedures, operating computerized imaging equipment including processing and archiving of acquired data, monitoring patient during procedures and monitoring equipment performance and maintaining cleanliness of examination rooms.

Responsibilities Performs general duty radiographic / fluoroscopic and screening mammography procedures consistent with established standards, procedures radiation protection practices and protocols.

Performs procedures working with radiologists, physicians and other health care professionals. Performs requested examinations observing departmental standards, routines and radiation protection practices during procedure by operating radiographic and computerized imaging equipment.

Completes procedures using appropriate equipment, maintains and updates records in RIS / PACS and checks resultant images for technical quality.

Refers problems in image quality to the supervisor. Stores digital images using appropriate equipment. Prepares program participants for screening mammography by explaining procedure and giving directions for participation.

Answers any related questions that may arise. Assists program participants with completion of questionnaire by explaining program requirements and ensuring the questionnaire is completed prior to the participant leaving the centre.

Promotes education in the area of breast cancer and risk factors, to increase participant adherence to screening mammography and breast self-examination guidelines.

Ensures relevant clinical data is collected for the procedures requested by providing documentation of individualized patient care.

Prepares contrast agents required for examinations by methods such as filling syringes and mixing barium solutions as required.

Prepares tray set-up for procedures, disposes of items after the procedure according to hospital policy and prepares instruments for return to Medical Device Reprocessing Department.

Monitors patient care and safety by ensuring procedures adhere to department standards and policies. Provides input into quality improvement and risk management procedures and processes.

Cleans and tests equipment for status of imaging, viewing, processing and image recording; performs quality control tests;

makes minor adjustments and / or arranges for necessary repairs; cleans technical area and maintains supplies. Participates in maintaining patient and hospital records by entering data into the Radiology and Hospital Information System as required.

Participates in the instruction and orientation of new employees and / or students, such as medical residents and technologists, by assisting with departmental orientations, in-service presentations, demonstrating procedures and answering questions.

Performs a variety of clerical duties including those related to patient demographics, histories and data entry. Participates in approved research and special projects in collaboration with Supervisor and other health care professionals.

Participates in the departmental Continuous Quality Improvement / LEAN programs by using established monitoring and auditing methodologies to perform quality assurance checks such as patient / physician satisfaction or booking protocols.

Maintains equipment by monitoring its operation and making arrangements for maintenance and repairs as required. Carries out responsibilities in accordance with health and safety requirements.

Immediately reports unsafe situations by notifying supervisor or other appropriate personnel. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications Education, Training and Experience Certification with the CAMRT. Successful completion of CAMRT Mammography 1 or equivalent.

One year's recent, related experience in Mammography procedures and recent, related experience performing general radiographic procedures.

Skills and Abilities Demonstrated knowledge of the standards of practice and guidelines for Medical Imaging practitioners established by the CAMRT and / or other relevant national professional associations.

Demonstrated knowledge and practice of safe work procedures with diagnostic radiographic and medical imaging equipment. Demonstrated ability to perform radiographic and screening mammography examinations in compliance with departmental standards.

Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based practice related to designated modality. Demonstrated knowledge of organization policies, procedures and standards of care, including practice of safe work procedures with modality equipment.

Demonstrated knowledge of research process and methodology. Demonstrated knowledge of PACS / Radiology Information Systems, i.

e. digital imaging, image archiving and retrieval. Demonstrated ability to communicate (orally and in writing) and deal effectively with clients and their families, coworkers, physicians, other health care staff, and staff of external agencies.

Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others. Demonstrated ability to plan and establish workload priorities in collaboration with others.

Demonstrated ability in CPR techniques. Demonstrated computer skills with current computer applications including the ability to use a computerized client care information system.

Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.