Mammography Technologist (Mammo Tech), Day Shift, Outpatient Imaging

Adventist HealthCare•Germantown, MD

1d•$37 - $56•Onsite

About The Position

Outpatient Imaging Services seeks to hire an experienced Mammography Technologist for our Germantown, MD who will embrace our mission to extend God’s care through the ministry of physical, mental and spiritual healing. As a Mammography Technologist, you will perform all Mammographic imaging studies. Properly identify patients, review orders and select appropriate protocols to maximize quality and safe patient care. Produce high-quality diagnostic images in a timely manner while providing excellent patient care. Receive patients, explain procedures and answer all patient questions and concerns pertaining to the exam. To be able to perform a variety of special imaging examinations including Automated Breast Ultrasound (ABUS) using established or dictated protocols, equipment and perform as needed. Accurately perform documentation in all computer systems applicable to Breast Imaging (HIS, RIS, PACS, MagView). Operate imaging and other related equipment according to the manufacturer’s specifications. Monitor and assist patients, before during and after examinations. Recognize patient discomfort or medical problems and take appropriate actions if needed. Maintain a clean and safe environment. Maintain patient, hospital and employee confidentiality. To be able to provide quality care to patients of varying categories, i.e., Wheelchair bound, cognitive impaired. Apply the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients we serve in the office. To perform quality control, assist with and maintain pertinent local, state and federal records as applicable to different sections as well as inspections, i.e., ACR and MQSA. Independently perform Mammography and Dexa. May be required to assist Radiologists to perform breast biopsies, such as Stereotactic breast biopsies, Molli, and Savi Scout placements on adult patient population. Explain procedures to patients and educate women on the importance of mammograms for preventative breast health.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Graduate of an AMA/JRCERT Accredited school of Radiography
1-2 years of office experience required
ARRT (RT),(M) required
Active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required

Nice To Haves

Associates of Applied Science (AAS) preferred not required.

Responsibilities

Performs all Mammographic imaging studies.
Properly identifies patients, reviews order and selects appropriate protocol in order to maximize quality and safe patient care.
Produce high quality diagnostic images in a timely manner while providing excellent patient care.
Receive patients, explains procedures and answers all patient questions and concerns pertaining to the exam
To be able to perform a variety of special imaging examinations including Automated Breast Ultrasound (ABUS) using established or dictated protocols, equipment and perform as needed.
Accurately performs documentation in all computer systems applicable to Breast Imaging (HIS, RIS, PACS, MagView)
Operates imaging and other related equipment according to the manufacturer’s specifications.
Monitors and assists patients, before during and after examinations.
Recognize patient discomfort or medical problem and take appropriate actions if needed.
Maintain a clean and safe environment.
Maintain patient, hospital and employee confidentiality.
To be able to provide quality care to patients of varying categories, i.e., Wheelchair bound, cognitive impaired.
Applies the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients we serve in the office.
To perform quality control, assist with and maintain pertinent local, state and federal records as applicable to different sections as well as inspections, i.e., ACR and MQSA
Independently perform Mammography and Dexa.
May be required to assist Radiologists to perform breast biopsies, such as Stereotactic breast biopsies, Molli, and Savi Scout placements on adult patient population.
Explain procedures to patients and educate women on the importance of mammograms for preventative breast health.

Benefits

Work life balance through nonrotating shifts
Recognition and rewards for professional expertise
Free Employee parking
Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees and their eligible dependents effective on your date of hire
Employer-paid Short & Long-Term Disability, Basic Life Insurance and AD&D, (short-term disability buy-up available)
Paid Time Off
Employer retirement contribution and match after 1-year of eligible employment with a 3-year vesting period
Voluntary benefits include flexible spending accounts, legal plans, and life, pet, auto, home, long term care, and critical illness & accident insurance
Subsidized childcare at participating childcare centers
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support