Mammography Technologist

Intrastaff•Baltimore, MD

19h•$38 - $44

About The Position

Join us at the forefront of medical innovation as a Mammo Technologist at Johns Hopkins Sibley Memorial Hospital in Washington, DC. Johns Hopkins Intrastaff is the internal staffing agency for the Johns Hopkins Health System and partner hospitals, providing temporary support to a variety of the Johns Hopkins locations. Are you ready to play a crucial role in healthcare at one of the world's leading medical institutions? Why Choose Johns Hopkins Intrastaff? At Johns Hopkins Intrastaff, you're not just an employee — you're an integral part of a renowned healthcare system. Unlike traditional staffing agencies, we offer you the unique advantage of being both a temporary employee and a valued member of our prestigious organization. What We Offer: Impactive Work: Contribute to the vital process of ensuring surgical instruments and equipment are sterile and ready for use in critical procedures. World-Class Environment: Work alongside some of the best healthcare professionals, including top nurses, physicians, and allied health experts. Cutting-Edge Innovation: Gain exposure to state-of-the-art technology and participate in groundbreaking medical research that shapes the future of healthcare. Position Overview: As a Staff Mammographer, you will operate all breast imaging equipment located in the Breast Center for the purposes of performing screening and diagnostic mammography exams, and assisting with needle localizations, stereotactic breast biopsies and ultrasound biopsies. Performs DEXA scans for osteoporosis studies, according to physician orders. A mammographer technologist ensures that our commitment to excellence in customer service is accomplished throughout the daily work schedule. Fosters a positive work environment for patients, colleagues and referring physicians. Insures compliance with all the terms and conditions of the Mammography Quality Standards Act. Location: Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center located in Baltimore, MD Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Pay Rate: $38.00 - $44.00 per hour (Based on location and experience). If you're passionate about healthcare, thrive in a diverse team environment, and are eager to make a difference, Johns Hopkins is the place for you. Join us in delivering exceptional care and advancing medical science. Apply now and be a part of something extraordinary at Johns Hopkins Intrastaff!

Requirements

ARRT certified in Mammography with current registration.
BLS/CPR certification.
A minimum of 3-6 months experience performing mammography procedures is required.

Nice To Haves

Certification in DEXA modality preferred.

Responsibilities

Under general supervision and in consultation with the Radiologist, performs mammography procedures of a routine and difficult nature.
Uses defined procedures, protocols and equipment to provide information to support the clinical diagnosis.
Verifies that proper anatomical structures of the breast are demonstrated for radiologic interpretation.
Operates stationary and portable radiographic equipment to perform the procedures.
Load Cassettes and processes images for final analysis.
Ensures that equipment is running at its optimum peak.
Document quality assurance.
Performs quality control checks on images produced.
Determines proper technical factors such as voltage, current, exposure time, focal distance which are based on patient size, physical condition and suspected pathology.
Instructs student technologists and new staff in Radiographic anatomy and positioning and reviews all images performed in training.
Ensures patient's privacy, safety, and comfort.
Assist patient on and off of examination table.
Explains the procedure to the patient.
Works cooperatively within own unit/department and with other units and departments.