Special Procedures Technologist (Mammography Tech)

University Hospital, Newark NJ • Newark, NJ

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About The Position

The primary purpose of the Special Procedures Technologist (Mammography) is to provide healthcare services to patients requiring mammography imaging. Performs appropriate procedure and related techniques on patients, producing images for the interpretation by, or at the request of a licensed practitioner. Provides appropriate patient care and recognizes patient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedures. Responsible for carrying out quality control tests to comply with state and federal requirements. Must be able to perform duties in UH as well as on the Mobile Mammography Van. Exercises professional judgment in the performance of services and maintains a demeanor complementary to medical ethics.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved school of radiologic technology.
• Registered technologist with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Mammography Technologist.
• Experienced in all aspects of Mammography related procedures and MQSA requirements.
• Detailed in approach to compiling statistics and documentation.
• Excellent knowledge of radiography, RIS, and PACS.
• NJ State license and ARRT certification with current active registration.
• Annual fit testing is required.
• Maintain valid certification by the American Heart Association in Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR.

Responsibilities

• Provide healthcare services to patients requiring mammography imaging.
• Perform appropriate procedures and related techniques on patients.
• Produce images for interpretation by a licensed practitioner.
• Provide appropriate patient care and recognize patient conditions essential for successful completion of procedures.
• Carry out quality control tests to comply with state and federal requirements.
• Perform duties in UH and on the Mobile Mammography Van.
• Exercise professional judgment in the performance of services.
• Maintain a demeanor complementary to medical ethics.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees