Offsite Medical Specialist, Radiology, Mammography Tech, Staten Island, New York, Part Time, Days
About The Position
The Mammography Tech operates mammographic imaging equipment to produce clinical diagnostic images as directed by physicians. The role performs screening, diagnostic, and stereotactic procedures according to established standards, written protocols, patient needs, and applicable ACR and FDA guidelines. The technologist supports patients through preparation, positioning, and procedure-specific education, and assists physicians with breast imaging procedures, biopsies, and needle localizations. The position also performs quality-control activities and supports MQSA compliance and ACR accreditation. It evaluates images for technical acceptability, labels and transmits images, completes and schedules studies in Epic Radiant, and maintains required patient tracking and inspection records. The technologist maintains equipment, room cleanliness, supplies, radiation protection, infection-control practices, licensure, and continuing education requirements. This is a part-time, day-shift position in Staten Island, New York. The posted salary range is $49.69–$52.68 per hour; actual pay depends on factors including experience, education, and operational need.
Requirements
- Associate degree (AA) or graduation from an AMA/J.C.E.R.T.-approved program in Radiologic Technology.
- New York State License (L.R.T.).
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration; Mammography Registered or eligible (ARRT-M).
- Maintain 15 CEUs every three years and 200 documented case numbers every two years.
- Maintain appropriate continuing medical education credits in accordance with ARRT requirements.
- Maintain job-specific licensure in good standing, including adherence to Article 35 of the Public Health Code.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of diagnostic experience preferred; new graduates will be considered.
Responsibilities
- Perform screening, diagnostic, and stereotactic mammographic procedures.
- Use technical judgment to obtain diagnostically acceptable studies according to written protocols and patients’ needs.
- Assist with, prepare, and position patients for mammographic procedures.
- Perform daily, weekly, monthly, and semi-annual mammography quality-control functions to ensure compliance with MQSA and ACR requirements.
- Assist with ACR accreditation.
- Educate patients about imaging procedures, including the nature of the procedure, area to be imaged, and any specific instructions.
- Ensure radiographic images are labeled according to department SOP.
- Assist physicians directly as required.
- Operate specialized digital imaging equipment according to established ACR and FDA guidelines and mammography program protocols.
- Prepare for breast biopsies and needle localizations, including accessories needed to assist physicians.
- Prepare sterile fields and trays for breast imaging procedures.
- Maintain statistical reports for DOH and MQSA inspections.
- Maintain 15 CEUs every three years and 200 documented case numbers every two years.
- Apply radiation-protection measures and departmental protocols to minimize exposure to patients and hospital personnel.
- Evaluate images for technical acceptability and ensure timely transmission to PACS.
- Complete studies performed in Epic Radiant in a timely fashion.
- Keep the radiology room and equipment clean at the start and end of the shift, including removing soiled or dirty linen.
- Maintain necessary supplies and accessories in the radiographic room.
- Accurately record required patient-tracking information in EPIC Radiant.
- Schedule exams in Radiant as required.
- Inform a supervisor or appropriate personnel about needed equipment repairs or unsafe conditions.
- Follow infection-control policies and protocols to prevent the spread of infection.
- Perform related clerical duties when support personnel are absent.
- Attend required in-services and professional-development meetings.
- Maintain job-specific licensure in good standing, including adherence to Article 35 of the Public Health Code.
- Maintain appropriate continuing medical education credits in accordance with ARRT requirements.
- Perform other relevant duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
