Mammographer I

SSM Health • Fenton, MO

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides mammography imaging services. Operates equipment and performs various mammography related procedures. Prepares and positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters. Explains procedures and educates patients about the role of regular mammography in preventive breast health. Develops and evaluates the image for technical quality such as density contrast, definition, and distortion. Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines. Ensures prompt submission of all high-quality images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correctly marked and patient data/history). Ensures equipment is properly functioning. Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. Assists in maintaining a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms and any other areas in department. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Completion of a Radiology Technology program
• ARRT-R credential
• ARRT in Mammography within 12 months of hire
• Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
• ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• ARRT-M Mammography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Radiologic Technologists - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) OR Radiologic Technologists – Temporary Accreditation - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) (for Illinois)
• Radiographer, Licensed - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (for Wisconsin)

Nice To Haves

• Mammography cross training can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Operates equipment and performs various mammography related procedures.
• Prepares and positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters.
• Explains procedures and educates patients about the role of regular mammography in preventive breast health.
• Develops and evaluates the image for technical quality such as density contrast, definition, and distortion.
• Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
• Ensures prompt submission of all high-quality images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correctly marked and patient data/history).
• Ensures equipment is properly functioning.
• Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel.
• Assists in maintaining a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms and any other areas in department.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 100% tuition benefit for additional certifications for full-time employees
• Paid Parental Leave: eligible team members receive one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Flexible Payment Options: voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
• Upfront Tuition Coverage: upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree