Mammography Technologist- Mammography Pathway Program

Medical University of South Carolina•Charleston, SC

12d

About The Position

Radiologic Technologists will have the opportunity to train in the Mammography Department. Under the direct supervision of Registered Mammography Technologists and the Breast Imaging Leadership Team, RTs will gain hands-on experience and develop specialized skills necessary to perform mammographic imaging in accordance with departmental standards and regulatory guidelines. Candidates must hold a current South Carolina Radiologic Technologist License, a valid BLS certification, and be registered through the ARRT. Must demonstrate flexibility and willingness to train and work at various outreach locations throughout the Charleston area. This position includes a $10,000 sign on bonus is included with up to $1,500 relocation bonus for eligible candidates.

Requirements

current South Carolina Radiologic Technologist License
valid BLS certification
registered through the ARRT
demonstrate flexibility and willingness to train and work at various outreach locations throughout the Charleston area
Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program
Current registration from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in x-ray.
Current State of South Carolina Licensure
Current BLS

Nice To Haves

Prior completion of ARRT Structured Education Requirements for Mammography is preferred.

Responsibilities

Trainee will be required to complete and maintain exam checkoffs/paperwork to sit for the mammography registry.
Trainee is expected to receive certification within 1 year of hire and commit to one year of employment from the certification date.
Trainee will perform 40 hours of specific training in Mammography to include Positioning/Compression Physiology Breast Anatomy QA/QC Breast Implants by an outside training program.
Trainee will observe a minimum of 25 mammograms before performing exams.
Preceptor and trainee will meet weekly to review progress and share feedback.
Trainee will complete image critique with LIP or designee.
Twenty-five exams will be reviewed as part of the EQUIP Radiologist group review before successfully completing training program.
Once 40 hours of training is complete, the trainee will submit paperwork to the ACR and schedule exam to sit for the mammography registry.