Mammography Technologist I - PRN

Medical University of South Carolina•Columbia, SC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Operate a mammography unit to produce images of the breasts for diagnostic purposes under direction of a physician. They explain the procedure to patients, position and immobilize the patient’s breast in unit, and observe the scanning process. This involves monitoring the video display of the area being scanned and adjusting the density or contrast to improve picture quality. Mammography technologists then review and evaluate the film or image recording plate to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes. Pay Rate Type : Hourly Education: Associate degree from an accredited Radiologic Technology program. Current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) , Mammogram technicians will focus on performing diagnostic imaging tests utilizing low-dose x-ray devices. The care team member work closely with doctors and other medical experts when it comes to a patient and are answerable to a manager or chief technologist. Mammography technicians may also be responsible for the following tasks: keeping track of patient records adjusting imaging apparatus as necessary describing the procedure to patients and responding to any inquiries adhering to a doctor's directions for images using x-ray protection equipment patient positioning using machinery to provide diagnostic pictures. picture retouching as necessary Education: Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program. Work Experience: 0-2 years of independent mammography experience required. Registration/Certification: Current registration from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) and certified in mammography. Licensed by the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association (SCRQSA).Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider. If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us! The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

Requirements

Associate degree from an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
Current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
0-2 years of independent mammography experience required.
Current registration from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) and certified in mammography.
Licensed by the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association (SCRQSA).
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.