Mammography Technologist - Full Time - Fox Chase Cancer Center

Temple University Health System • Philadelphia, PA

6h • Hybrid

About The Position

Performs medical mammograms in order to diagnose disease or trauma. Responsible for programming the machine for correct density, contrast, definition, magnification and distortion. Prepares, maintains and operates mammography equipment in a safe and responsible manner, following appropriate radiation safety guidelines. Performs and documents all QA/QC tests as defined by MQSA. Required to work on Mobile Mammography Van, when needed, including some weekends. All requirements and responsibilities apply when assigned on van.

Requirements

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification in Mammography required within 2 years from date of hire.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
• Graduate from a two-year AMA approved radiologic technology program. Required
• 2 years experience in a Radiologic Technologist position Required
• Reg Technologist (R) (M) Required
• Mammo Quality Stand Act Req Required
• Basic Life Support Required

Nice To Haves

• 1 year experience in Mammography Preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs medical mammograms in order to diagnose disease or trauma.
• Programs the machine for correct density, contrast, definition, magnification and distortion.
• Prepares, maintains and operates mammography equipment in a safe and responsible manner, following appropriate radiation safety guidelines.
• Performs and documents all QA/QC tests as defined by MQSA.
• Required to work on Mobile Mammography Van, when needed, including some weekends.

Benefits

• Temple Health is a dynamic network of outstanding hospitals, specialty centers, and physician practices that is advancing the fight against disease, pushing the boundaries of medical science, and educating future healthcare professionals.
• Temple Health consists of Temple University Hospital (TUH), Fox Chase Cancer Center, TUH-Jeanes Campus, TUH-Episcopal Campus, TUH-Northeastern Campus, Temple Physicians, Inc., and Temple Transport Team.
• Temple Health is proudly affiliated with the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University.
• To support this mission, Temple Health is continuously recruiting top talent to join its diverse, 10,000 strong workforce that fosters a healthy, safe and productive environment for its patients, visitors, students and colleagues alike.

What This Job Offers

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