Mammography Tech

Summit Health CityMD•Livingston, NJ

About The Position

The Mammography Technologist produces screening and diagnostic mammography images for interpretation and delivers safe, compassionate patient care. The role includes explaining procedures to patients, obtaining and documenting patient histories and relevant information, verifying patient identification and demographics in PACS, and communicating with radiologists and providers to confirm orders. The technologist follows departmental protocols and regulatory requirements, including ACR/MQSA quality assurance and quality control standards, and may perform needle localizations and stereotactic biopsies as required. This is a per diem position. Technologists are typically needed for four shifts within each six-week scheduling grid, with at least two shifts on weekends, and must work at least one holiday per year. Travel to satellite locations may be required, and locations and schedules may change according to staffing needs. Once assigned shifts are accepted, arranging coverage when adequate notice is not given is the technologist’s responsibility; shift trades and drop requests require manager approval.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (R).
Advanced registry in Mammography (M).
Current New Jersey State Radiographer License in good standing.
Current BLS certification.
At least 2 years of experience performing mammography.
Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
Familiarity with and ability to use an Electronic Medical Record system, RIS, and PACS.
Ability to travel to satellite locations as needed.
Must be organized, self-motivated, and efficient, and work well with others in a team setting.
Must provide compassionate patient care and prioritize patient satisfaction.

Responsibilities

Produce quality mammography images for interpretation.
Ensure patient safety by using appropriate exposure and protective measures and following radiation-safety procedures.
Educate patients and explain procedures.
Follow departmental procedure protocols unless otherwise directed by a radiologist.
Obtain and document patient history and pertinent information.
Verify patient identification and demographics in PACS.
Communicate with attending radiologists and verify provider orders.
Follow infection-control standards specific to patient care.
Organize and prioritize work assignments, adjusting priorities as business needs change.
Operate medical imaging equipment properly and safely.
Conduct routine quality-control checks to ensure equipment is in acceptable condition.
Follow protocols for screening and diagnostic mammograms.
Follow regulatory guidelines and perform quality assurance and quality control as required by ACR/MQSA.
Perform needle localizations and stereotactic biopsies as required.
Comply with safety, OSHA, and HIPAA regulations and adhere to ALARA principles.
Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work environment.
Attend departmental meetings as required.
Travel to satellite locations as needed.
Work the per diem schedule requirements, including at least two weekend shifts within a typical six-week scheduling grid and at least one holiday per year.
Arrange coverage for accepted and assigned shifts when adequate notice is not given; obtain manager approval for shift trades or drop requests.