Mammographer Technologist PRN – Reynolds Crossing

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Richmond, VA

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About The Position

Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours! Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0.01 Work Shift: Days/Evenings (United States of America) Mammography Technologist Registered - Reynolds Crossing Job Summary: The Registered Mammography Technologist produces high quality breast imaging procedures while following guidelines established by the ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologist), ACR (American College of Radiology) and MQSA (Mammography Quality Standards Act and Program). They will perform all screening, diagnostic, invasive, and DEXA (dual energy X-ray absorptiometry) scans according to established protocols and procedures for interpretation by supervising physician.

Requirements

• Associate's from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute (preferred)
• Certification and Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) in Diagnostic Radiology (required)
• Advanced modality registration in Mammography, ARRT (preferred, or must obtain within 1 year)
• State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed)
• BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care) (required)
• 1 year experience as a registered mammography technologist (preferred)
• Patient centered care
• Monitor patient conditions during examination
• Record patient medical histories
• Working within an interdisciplinary team
• Attention to detail
• Critical thinking
• Communication with patients and/or family members
• Conflict resolution
• Active listening
• Relationship building
• Picture Archive and Communication System (PACS)
• Radiology Information Systems (RIS)
• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
• Picture archiving communication system (PACS) (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Performs all breast imaging and DEXA procedures.
• Assists the radiologist in invasive breast procedures, ensuring aseptic technique and consent is obtained by performing physician.
• Correlates patient's clinical history with procedure, ensuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed provider.
• Conveys patient's clinical history to licensed provider prior to examination.
• Selects and operates breast imaging equipment and associated devices to achieve desired results.
• Selects appropriate radiographic technique exposure factors to produce quality diagnostic images.
• Applies principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.
• Applies the principles of patient safety during all aspects of the mammographic procedures.
• Provides patient education and discharge instructions.
• Participates in the department's quality assessments and improvement plans.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, shot- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree