Mammography Technologist

FirstHealth of the Carolinas, Inc.•Raeford, NC

4h•Onsite

About The Position

FirstHealth of the Carolinas is a nationally recognized health care system located in central North Carolina, comprising four hospitals with over 600 beds and the Reid Heart Center. With more than 6,200 employees serving in over 75 locations across a 15-county service area, FirstHealth has received numerous accolades for its patient care and outcomes. As a Mammography Technologist, you will be responsible for performing mammography and x-ray exam procedures on patients, while strictly adhering to radiology and safety protocols. The position offers flexible scheduling options.

Requirements

ARRT registered RT-(R) (M) and meet MQSA standards for performing mammography.
Maintains certification in BLS.
Personal computer skills
Good verbal communication skills
Display critical thinking and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

Operates mammography equipment, computer, and image management systems utilized in performing breast imaging exams.
Perform and assess quality control measures on equipment and procedures.
Determines how the technique selections affect optimal image quality.
Follows policy and procedures.
Ability to navigate on-line resources pertinent to job responsibilities.
Ability to communicate with other individuals; visual acuity; ability to lift and move patients; push and pull wheelchairs and stretchers; withstand extensive standing, stooping, bending, squatting or sitting; ability to perform repetitive tasks.
Demonstrates the skills and competency appropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served.
Ability to work weekends and/or evenings.