Mammography Technologist (Travel) - FlexStaff

Northwell Health

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About The Position

Operates mammography radiographic equipment to perform diagnostic and screening imaging exams, as well as various diagnostic x-ray exams as required. Performs mammography and general x-ray procedures according to established division standards and procedures, supports image-guided interventions and special breast procedures, monitors patient safety, and maintains imaging equipment, supplies, and procedure-room cleanliness. Completes required documentation and ensures images and specimens are correctly identified, handled, and routed.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• New York State Department of Health licensure as a Radiologic Technologist.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration in Mammography.
• At least 200 mammography exams performed within the past 24 months.

Responsibilities

• Communicates with the Radiologist to confirm exam details and ensure optimal image quality.
• Reviews and correlates prior imaging reports using Breast Imaging Reporting and Data System (BI-RADS) lexicons to categorize the procedure.
• Prepares patients for exams and explains procedures in lay terms to help relieve pre-testing anxiety.
• Performs mammography exams according to established division standards and procedures.
• Adjusts imaging equipment and operates controls to obtain correct exposure.
• Assists physicians with mammographic image-guided interventional and special breast exams or procedures, including stereotactic biopsy, wire or seed implant localization, and contrast-enhanced mammography.
• Performs general x-ray exams, including bone density exams, as needed.
• Performs specimen imaging when necessary; safely handles specimens and ensures labeling, paperwork, and imaging are sent to Pathology.
• Monitors patients in accordance with technical and safety standards and promptly reports motor abnormalities, fainting, discoloration, contrast reactions, and other concerns to the Radiologist and/or nurses.
• Ensures required documentation is completed throughout the exam.
• Operates equipment for transferring images to film and/or disc.
• Ensures images are correctly marked for right or left side and labeled with the date and patient identification.
• Uses the modality worklist to select the patient and verify the accession number.
• Enters patient history and other relevant information from the requisition into the system.
• Maintains imaging equipment, makes setting adjustments as needed, and informs management of mechanical issues or repair needs.
• Reviews and maintains supply inventory in the assigned area.
• Maintains cleanliness of the procedure room.
• Performs related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

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