Mammography Technologist (Tech) The Jewish Hospital

Mercy Health•Cincinnati, OH

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Mammography Technologist produces high quality breast imaging procedures as established by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT), American College of Radiology (ACR), and Mammography Quality Standards Act and Program (MQSA) guidelines. As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Requirements

Associate's from an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) accredited institute (preferred)
Certification and Registration in Mammography, ARRT (preferred upon hire, or required within six months of hire)
State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed)
Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, required prior to direct patient care)
1 year of experience as a registered mammography technologist (preferred)
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS) (preferred)

Responsibilities

Performs all breast imaging and dual energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) scans for the supervising physician to interpret.
Collects patient’s clinical history, provides patient education and discharge instructions.
Assists the radiologist in invasive breast procedures, maintaining aseptic technique.
Operates mammography equipment to produce quality diagnostic images.
Applies principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.