Mammography Technologist - Outpatient Imaging

Summit Health CityMD•Fair Lawn, NJ

4d•$40 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

We’re a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical , Village Medical at Home , Summit Health , CityMD , and Starling Physicians . When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care. Please Note: We will only contact candidates regarding your applications from one of the following domains: @summithealth.com, @citymd.net, @villagemd.com, @villagemedical.com, @westmedgroup.com, @starlingphysicians.com, or @bmctotalcare.com. The Mammography Technologist is responsible for the following:

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program
Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologies (ARRT) (R) required
Advanced registry in Mammography, (M), required
Must have current NJ State Radiographer License in good standing.
Current BLS certification is required.
2+ years’ experience performing Mammography required.
The ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
Must be familiar with and utilize an Electronic Medical Record System, RIS and PACS System.

Responsibilities

Produces quality mammography images for interpretation.
Assumes responsibility for patient safety by utilizing proper exposure and protective measures.
Educates and explains procedures to patients.
Follows appropriate departmental protocol for procedures unless otherwise specified by the Radiologist.
Obtains and documents, patient history and pertinent information.
Insures proper identification of patient and patient demographics in PACS.
Communicates with attending Radiologists and verifies provider orders.
Adheres to infection control standards specific to patient care.
Prioritizes and organizes work assignments and adjusts priorities, based on changing business situations.
Operates medical imaging equipment properly and safely.
Demonstrates awareness of Radiation Safety Procedures for self and others.
Ensure equipment is in acceptable condition by conducting routine quality control checks.
Follows department protocols in the production of screening and diagnostic mammograms.
Follows regulatory guidelines and performs QA/QC as mandated by ACR/ MQSA.
Follows mammography procedures for needle localizations and stereotactic biopsies as required.
Demonstrate knowledge and compliance of safety, OSHA, and HIPPA regulations.
Must be organized, self-motivated and efficient while working well with others in a team setting.
Must always deliver compassionate patient care with satisfaction a priority.
Must adhere to ALARA principles while delivering quality, safe patient imaging at all times.
Maintains a safe, clean, and orderly work environment.
Other job duties as required.
Attends departmental meetings as required.