Mammography Technologist - Per Diem

Summit Health • Westfield, NJ

117d • $40 - $50

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.

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.
• Ensures 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.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Vision coverage
• FSA coverages
• 401k savings plan

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees