Mammography Technologist - Fort Hamilton

NYU Langone Health • Brooklyn, NY

5d • $109,601 - $123,025

About The Position

NYU Langone Health is hiring a Mammography Technologist to perform medically prescribed diagnostic mammographic and bone density procedures. The technologist is responsible for patient safety protocols and serves as the first-line interface with patients during their mammograms. The role works under general direction.

The successful candidate uses hospital and radiology information systems to access and verify patient information and orders, schedule exams, and follow established procedures and privacy requirements. They assess patient information and status, confirm patient identity, review requisitions, select appropriate examination protocols, and consult medical staff when clarification is needed. The technologist explains procedures and equipment to patients, carries out examinations according to departmental protocols, adapts procedures to patient needs, and resolves examination issues using technical knowledge and innovation.

The role also involves setting up, using, and maintaining imaging equipment; conducting visual and manual quality control checks; following safety procedures and manufacturer guidance; and reporting equipment malfunctions or missing or damaged equipment. Other duties may be assigned.

NYU Langone Health describes its benefits and wellness package as including financial security benefits, a time-off program, employee resource groups, and a holistic wellness program. The position’s stated annual salary range is $109,601.44–$123,024.72; actual salary depends on factors including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need.

Requirements

• Certificate from an accredited School of Radiologic Technology.
• New York State license or temporary permit to practice Diagnostic Radiology.
• Registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Advanced Certification in Mammography.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

• College graduate.
• Two years of experience in mammographic procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform medically prescribed diagnostic mammographic and bone density procedures.
• Follow patient safety protocols and serve as the first-line interface with patients during mammograms.
• Use hospital and radiology information systems to access patient information, schedule exams, and verify and process orders in accordance with procedures and privacy regulations.
• Assess patient information and status, identify patients correctly, review requisitions, and determine the required examination and protocol.
• Consult medical staff for clarification when necessary and follow special instructions on requisitions.
• Explain procedures and equipment to patients and perform examinations in accordance with departmental protocols and standards.
• Adapt examinations to patient conditions and resolve problems that arise during examinations.
• Follow isolation precautions when needed.
• Set up, use, and maintain imaging and peripheral equipment according to hospital, departmental, and manufacturer procedures.
• Perform visual and manual quality control checks of radiographic equipment.
• Report equipment malfunctions and notify appropriate personnel about missing or damaged equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Financial security benefits.
• Generous time-off program.
• Employee resource groups for peer support.
• Holistic employee wellness program focused on physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive-care well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed