Registered Mammography Technologist - Harbour View Medical Center
About The Position
The Registered Mammography Technologist produces high-quality breast imaging procedures in accordance with guidelines established by ARRT, ACR, and MQSA. The technologist performs screening, diagnostic, invasive, and DEXA scans according to established protocols and procedures for interpretation by a supervising physician. This role performs breast imaging and DEXA procedures, supports radiologists during invasive breast procedures, gathers and communicates patient clinical history, selects and operates imaging equipment, applies appropriate exposure factors, and follows radiation-protection and patient-safety principles. The technologist provides patient education and discharge instructions and participates in departmental quality assessments and improvement plans. Other job-related duties may be assigned by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Requirements
- Certification and registration with ARRT in Diagnostic Radiology (required).
- BLS Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association is required at hire for Roper St. Francis Healthcare locations; for BSMH it is preferred at hire and required before independent patient care.
- Skills in patient-centered care, monitoring patient conditions during examinations, recording patient medical histories, interdisciplinary teamwork, attention to detail, critical thinking, communication with patients and/or family members, conflict resolution, active listening, and relationship building.
- Scheduled weekly hours: 36.
Nice To Haves
- Associate's degree from an ARRT-accredited institute (preferred).
- Advanced modality registration in Mammography through ARRT (preferred, or must be obtained within one year).
- State licensure (preferred unless required by the state where the job is performed).
- One year of experience as a registered mammography technologist (preferred).
- EPIC Electronic Health Record training (preferred).
- Picture archiving and communication system (PACS) training (preferred).
- BLS Basic Life Support certification at hire for BSMH locations (preferred).
Responsibilities
- Perform breast imaging and DEXA procedures.
- Assist the radiologist with invasive breast procedures, ensuring aseptic technique and that consent is obtained by the performing physician.
- Correlate the patient's clinical history with the procedure and ensure the information is documented and available to a licensed provider.
- Convey the patient's clinical history to a licensed provider before the examination.
- Select and operate breast imaging equipment and associated devices to achieve desired results.
- Select appropriate radiographic technique exposure factors to produce quality diagnostic images.
- Apply radiation-protection principles to minimize exposure to the patient, self, and others.
- Apply patient-safety principles throughout mammographic procedures.
- Provide patient education and discharge instructions.
- Participate in departmental quality assessments and improvement plans.
Benefits
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
- Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.
- Eligible for up to a $45,000 sign-on bonus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
