Mammography Technologist

Medical University of South Carolina • Orangeburg, SC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs proficiently Mammograms, (Screening and Diagnostic) Bone Density Exams, Stereotactic Biopsies and Needle Localization Exams. Maintains x-ray and other equipment in efficient operating order, Assists Lead Mammographer in ensuring that Quality Assurance is carried out in an appropriate and timely manner.

Requirements

• Must have a high school diploma or GED and completion of a formal two (2) year allied health approved school with completion of the mammography course and clinical requirements for Mammography registry.
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Mammography and licensed by SC Radiation Quality Standards Association.
• Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• ARRT CT Registration required within 1 year in position.
• Licensure from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association is required.
• 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.
• Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous)
• Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent)
• Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)
• Ability to work outside in temperature extremes. (Infrequent)
• Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent)
• Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent)
• Ability to bend at the waist. (Continuous)
• Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent)
• Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform "pinching" operations. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands. (Continuous)
• Ability to reach overhead. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous)
• Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous)
• Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination. (Frequent)
• Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous)
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent)
• Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent)
• Ability to lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. (Infrequent)
• Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force. (Frequent)
• Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous)
• Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance. (Continuous)
• Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous)
• Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous)
• Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous)
• Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous)
• Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations. (Continuous)
• Ability to work rotating shifts. (Frequent)
• Ability to work overtime as required. (Frequent)
• Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous)
• Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) (Selected Positions)
• Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) (Selected Positions)
• Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. (Continuous) (Selected Positions)

Nice To Haves

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred.
• Breast ultrasonographer registered preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs proficiently Mammograms, (Screening and Diagnostic) Bone Density Exams, Stereotactic Biopsies and Needle Localization Exams.
• Maintains x-ray and other equipment in efficient operating order.
• Assists Lead Mammographer in ensuring that Quality Assurance is carried out in an appropriate and timely manner.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree