Mammography Tech (PerDiem) Honickman Building Center City Jefferson Health

Jefferson Health Plans • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

The Mammography Technologist performs mammography exams, screenings and diagnostic studies, and assists during invasive procedures. Via these procedures and under the direction of the physician, the Mammography Tech detects breast tissue abnormalities and presents them to the physician for diagnosis. Delivers patient care and education before, during and after diagnostic imaging procedures. Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson. Operates mammography equipment and performs various mammography-related examinations to produce radiograph images for clinical screening and diagnostic purposes. Ensures successful procedure by ensuring appropriate patient and breast position, instructing patient throughout the procedure, and adjusting compression mechanisms and equipment controls to set exposure factors. Provides staff and patient protection in accordance with prescribed radiation safety standards. Documents patient mammogram services by completing patient record charting. Obtains complete and accurate history and delivers care and support services to clients before, during and after mammogram procedures, e.g. explaining procedures, answering inquiries, etc. Ensures operation of mammography equipment by completing preventive maintenance, use instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs, and maintaining equipment inventories. Performs other related technologist duties as directed by the lead technologist, supervisor or manager, including those related to quality assurance and/or control. Responsible for maintaining continuing education required for licenses and job position.

Requirements

• Graduate of a recognized School of Radiology Sciences or current validated Registry from ARRT in Radiology Technology.
• ARRT (R), (CT) preferred.
• Mammography Technologists must meet Mammo-Specific requirements by having at least 40 hours of documented training in Mammography.
• Documented training in Digital Mammography or on-the-job training program agreement.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
• ARRT certification in radiography.
• ARRT advanced certification in Mammography preferred.
• FDA/MQSA qualified including meeting the MQSA CE requirements of at least 15 CEUs in a 36-month period that are Mammography specific.

Nice To Haves

• 6 months to 1 year experience preferred.
• (M) Registry eligible with 6 months to attain (M) certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform mammography exams, screenings, and diagnostic studies.
• Assist during invasive procedures.
• Detect breast tissue abnormalities and present findings to the physician.
• Deliver patient care and education before, during, and after diagnostic imaging procedures.
• Operate mammography equipment and perform various examinations to produce radiograph images.
• Ensure appropriate patient and breast positioning during procedures.
• Instruct patients throughout the procedure and adjust equipment controls.
• Provide staff and patient protection in accordance with radiation safety standards.
• Document patient mammogram services by completing patient record charting.
• Obtain complete and accurate patient history.
• Ensure operation of mammography equipment through preventive maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Perform other related duties as directed by supervisors.
• Maintain continuing education required for licenses and job position.

Benefits

• Medical (including prescription) insurance.
• Supplemental insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Retirement plans.
• Tuition assistance.
• Access to group rates on insurance and discounts.
• Tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full-time service or two years of part-time service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees