Mammography Technologist-Part-time (2525-Pinehurst)

Onsite Women's Health•Pinehurst, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Onsite Women’s Health provides mammography services within primary care and OB/GYN practices, aiming to make breast care more convenient and improve screening compliance. The Mammography Technologist performs screening and diagnostic mammography procedures in an OB/GYN office environment using digital mammography equipment, including 3D tomosynthesis. The position involves working independently and supporting patient-centric care and the success of the mammography service at the assigned practice. This is a part-time role with a flexible schedule; the employer states that it does not work weekends and promotes a Monday–Friday schedule. The technologist prepares and explains procedures to patients, performs imaging, maintains equipment and image quality, and completes quality assurance, tracking, accreditation, documentation, and reporting duties in accordance with MQSA, ACR, FDA, state, and other applicable requirements. The role also assists the practice in ensuring eligible patients receive annual screening mammograms and supports the Radiologist with QA/QC reporting.

Requirements

At least 2 years of mammography experience.
Current ARRT license/credential.
Up to date on all CME credits.
Patient-centric, compassionate, and computer savvy.
Able to perform a variety of technical activities associated with screening and diagnostic mammography procedures.
Flexible and able to multitask.
Willing to work a flexible part-time schedule.
Able to work independently.

Responsibilities

Produce screening and diagnostic mammograms to help detect breast cancers and lesions.
Support the initial and ongoing success of the mammography service at the assigned practice.
Assist the practice in ensuring eligible, age-appropriate patients receive annual screening mammograms.
Prepare patients for mammography procedures, explain the procedures, reduce anxiety, and obtain patient cooperation.
Position mammographic equipment and adjust controls and exposure factors according to radiographic techniques and protocols.
Use radiation-protection techniques, including beam-restrictive devices and patient shielding, and follow equipment safety standards.
Review digital images for image quality.
Ensure equipment is in proper working order.
Perform required quality assurance testing to comply with MQSA, ACR, and state requirements and regulations.
Maintain patient confidentiality.
Process routine paperwork and complete required data entry.
Participate in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations.
Prepare reports and data required by MQSA and state requirements.
Assist the Radiologist with QA/QC reporting.
Perform mammography tracking in accordance with MQSA guidelines and requirements.
Maintain QA documentation needed to exceed annual FDA inspection requirements.
Obtain and maintain ACR accreditation.