Mammography Technologist (Multi-Modality), Day Shift, Outpatient Imaging

Adventist HealthCare•Silver Spring, MD

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Adventist HealthCare seeks to hire an experienced Multi-Modality Mammography Technologist for our Outpatient Imaging office in Silver Spring, MD who will embrace our mission to extend God’s care through the ministry of physical, mental, and spiritual healing. As a Multi- Modality Technologist you will perform diagnostic imaging studies. Properly identify patients, review orders and select appropriate protocols to maximize quality and safe patient care. Receive patients, explain procedures and answer all patient questions and concerns pertaining to the exam. To be able to perform a variety of special imaging examinations using established or dictated protocols and perform all of the three different modalities as needed. Accurately perform documentation in all computer systems applicable to diagnostic x-ray (HIS, RIS, PACS). To be able to reconstruct images, films as well as process films. Operate imaging and other related equipment according to the manufacturer’s specifications. Monitor and assist patients, before during and after examinations. Maintain a clean and safe environment. Knowledgeable and practice ALARA principles including proper shielding of patients. Maintain patient, hospital and employee confidentiality. To be able to provide quality care to patients of varying categories, i.e., pediatrics, geriatric and adolescent patients. To perform quality control and maintain pertinent local, state and federal records as applicable to different sections. Apply the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients we serve in the office. Experienced Mammographer specializing in screening and diagnostic mammography, including Savi Scout localization and breast biopsy procedures. Proficiency in DEXA imaging.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
AART (RT) and (CT) certified, or MRI Certified or Mammo Certified
Must have at least one specialty certification in addition to AART.
State of Maryland Radiation Technologist license required

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s preferred not required.
5 years of experience preferred
RDMS and RVT preferred Breast experience.

Responsibilities

Performs diagnostic imaging studies. Properly identifies patients, reviews order and selects appropriate protocol in order to maximize quality and safe patient care.
Receive patients, explains procedures and answers all patient questions and concerns pertaining to the exam
To be able to perform a variety of special imaging examinations using established or dictated protocols and perform all of the three different modalities as needed.
Accurately performs documentation in all computer systems applicable to diagnostic x-ray (HIS, RIS, PACS)
To be able to reconstruct images, films as well as process films.
Operates imaging and other related equipment according to the manufacturer’s specifications.
Monitors and assists patients, before during and after examinations. Maintain a clean and safe environment.
Knowledgeable and practices ALARA principles including proper shielding of patients.
Maintain patient, hospital and employee confidentiality.
To be able to provide quality care to patients of varying categories, i.e., pediatrics, geriatric and adolescent patients.
To perform quality control and maintain pertinent local, state and federal records as applicable to different sections.
Applies the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients we serve in the office.
Experienced Mammographer specializing in screening and diagnostic mammography, including Savi Scout localization and breast biopsy procedures. Proficiency in DEXA imaging.

Benefits

Work life balance through nonrotating shifts
Recognition and rewards for professional expertise
Free Employee parking
Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees and their eligible dependents effective on your date of hire
Employer-paid Short & Long-Term Disability, Basic Life Insurance and AD&D, (short-term disability buy-up available)
Paid Time Off
Employer retirement contribution and match after 1-year of eligible employment with a 3-year vesting period
Voluntary benefits include flexible spending accounts, legal plans, and life, pet, auto, home, long term care, and critical illness & accident insurance
Subsidized childcare at participating childcare centers
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support