Mammography Technologist, Atrium Health Comprehensive Cancer Center Department

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Wake Forest, NC

36d • Onsite

About The Position

This full-time position at the Atrium Health Comprehensive Cancer Center, Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center - Radiology: Breast Health, involves performing digital mammography imaging. The technologist will verify patient identity, review medical history, correlate prior mammograms, and ensure the correct examination is performed. Key responsibilities include acquiring digital images, evaluating their technical quality, assisting radiologists during procedures, maintaining patient records, and reporting equipment malfunctions. The role requires adherence to radiation safety guidelines and may involve modifications to accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

• ARRT certification in Radiology and advanced registry from the ARRT in Mammography within six months of hire required.
• BLS required.
• Graduate of an accredited two-year AMA and ARRT approved program in Radiologic Technology required.
• The R.T. must have met the federal mammography training requirements as specified in the Mammography Quality Standards Act of 1992(MQSA).

Responsibilities

• Verifies patient ID armband and validates proof of identity.
• Reviews patient mammography medical history and correlates prior mammograms to ensure the correct examination is being performed.
• Performs digital imaging acquisition and recognizes factors that affect image acquisition, display, archiving, and retrieval.
• Evaluates technical quality of images and consults with a radiologist if needed.
• Assists radiologist during invasive procedures and practices proper sterile technique in the assembling of necessary supplies.
• Reports malfunctioning equipment to the department supervisor.
• Performs troubleshooting and minor repair procedures under the direction of clinical engineering.
• Maintains patient records to include completing orders correctly, charging exams and supplies and verifying correct exam was sent to PACS.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

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