Part Time Mammography Technician ARRT(R)(M)

Urban Health Plan•Bronx, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Radiology Administrator, the Mammography Technologist will perform diagnostic and screening mammograms at our Bronx- Based flagship site El Nuevo San Juan. We are seeking a part time commitment of 2 or 3 regular shifts per week. Saturday 8:00am-5:00pm would be a required shift; 2nd/3rd shift is open to other weekdays Monday-Friday based on your availability. At Urban Health Plan (UHP) our mission is to continuously improve the health of communities and the quality of life of the people we serve by providing affordable, comprehensive, quality, primary and specialty health care and by assuring the performance and advancement of innovative best practices. At UHP, our commitment to provide patient-centered, holistic, quality health care, is part of a tradition started by our founder, Dr. Richard Izquierdo, more than 50 years ago. That tradition continues today by promoting excellence in everything that we do. UHP is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin/ancestry, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or family status, and military or veteran status.

Requirements

ARRT Mammography Certification
NYS DOH Radiology Technician License
Completion of 2 years from Accredited School of Radiologic Technology.
2+ years minimum of related experience with mammograms (both screening and diagnostic)

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Digital 3-D and Quality Control highly desired.
Bilingual Spanish/English highly desired.

Responsibilities

Complete patient education regarding the exam, promote patient privacy and comfort.
Perform diagnostic or screening mammography as ordered.
Completes appropriate documentation.
Acts as lead for the division in supporting training of other Mammo Techs.
Produce high quality films for the radiologist to evaluation, pays attention to detail.
Performs quality control functions related to mammography.
Follow infection control and safety guidelines.
Demonstrate understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology.
Maintain a high degree of accuracy in mammography positioning and exposure technique.
Serves as primary liaison between patients, Radiologists and other members of the support team.
Participates in continuing education and learning experiences to enhance and maintain current knowledge and skills for continued competence.
Perform all duties using proper body mechanics, including manual dexterity and fine motor coordination.