Breast Imaging Technologist: Mammography Specialist

Atlantic Health; Morristown (NJ); Vor Ort; USD 60.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Atlantic Health is seeking an X-ray Technologist responsible for operating X-ray equipment to produce radiographs for diagnostic purposes. You will assist physicians, review prior reports, and ensure proper documentation during exams, including specimen imaging when needed.

The role requires explaining procedures to patients, maintaining radiation safety, and supporting imaging in OR, ER, or bedside settings; you will contribute to breast imaging and collaborate with various medical departments.

Qualifikationen

• Knowledge of radiographic exposure techniques and protocols.
• Ability to explain procedures to patients to reduce anxiety.
• Understanding of radiation protection practices.

Aufgaben

• Position patient and adjust immobilization devices for optimum views.
• Explain procedures to patients to obtain cooperation.
• Set exposure factors by adjusting time and distance.
• Apply radiation protection measures to minimize exposure.
• Operate mobile x-ray equipment in OR, ER, or bedside.
• Produce screening and diagnostic X-rays for breast tumor detection.
• Complete related duties as assigned.

Kenntnisse

Patient positioning

Radiographic exposure techniques

Radiation protection

Patient communication

Tools

X-ray equipment

Jobbeschreibung

Atlantic Health is seeking an X-ray Technologist responsible for operating X-ray equipment to produce radiographs for diagnostic purposes. You will assist physicians, review prior reports, and ensure proper documentation during exams, including specimen imaging when needed.

The role requires explaining procedures to patients, maintaining radiation safety, and supporting imaging in OR, ER, or bedside settings; you will contribute to breast imaging and collaborate with various medical departments.