Diagnostic Center Mammographer

101 Riverside Hospital, Inc.; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

101 Riverside Hospital, Inc. in Newport News, Virginia is seeking a Mammographer to perform diagnostic mammography exams, prepare patients, and explain procedures. The role includes documentation and adherence to safety and quality standards to ensure accurate results.

Required qualifications include ARRT Radiology (R) and Mammography (M) certifications, CPR/BLS certification, and prior mammography experience. Weekend shifts and cross-location work are expected.

Qualifications

• Mammography experience preferred.
• CPR/BLS certification required upon hire.
• ARRT Radiology and Mammography certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Completes mammographic imaging studies and presents them for diagnosis.
• Produces high-quality images following established protocols.
• Documents clinical information per scope of practice.
• Follows safety and ALARA principles and regulatory standards.
• Assists with equipment preparation and inventory to ensure continuity of service.
• Performs imaging with attention to patient care and accuracy.
• Coordinates patient care and documents actions taken.

Skills

Mammography experience

Education

ARRT Radiology (R) Certification

ARRT Mammography (M) Certification

CPR/BLS Certification

Job description

Hampton, Virginia Hiring Range $32.50 - $44.73/Hourly Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.

Overview

The Mammographer in a diagnostic center setting is responsible for performing mammography exams on patients as requested by the referring physicians. Performs all mammography exams and procedures in accordance with RHS policy and procedures. Performs patient preparation and explanation of exams, responds to patient questions and concerns regarding exam procedures and process, and completes all associated patient and equipment screening and technical documentation.

What you will do

• Completes mammographic imaging studies and presents them for diagnosis.
• Produces quality images following appropriate protocols and procedures.
• Provides clinical documentation per scope of practice.
• Performs with a high degree of safety and quality and prevents or reduces harms through knowledge and application of policies, procedures, protocols using safety behaviors.
• Responsible for the preparation of equipment, instrumentation, and departmental supplies required to support quality patient care.
• Follows ALARA principles according to policy.
• Understands and adheres to all applicable regulatory and accrediting standards.
• Reports variances.
• Coordinates patient care and performs effective assessment, actions, and documentation.
• Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure non-interruption of services.
• Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements.
• Troubleshoots and ensures equipment functionality.
• Detail oriented ability to multi-task organized and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Mammography experience (Preferred)
• Licenses and Certifications: Radiologic Technologists - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Radiology (R) Upon Hire(Required)
• Radiologic Technologists - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Mammography (M) within 2 Years(Required)
• CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) Upon Hire(Required)

Other Requirements

• Weekend Shifts
• Work/Float in more than one work location

Company Culture

We offer care at all stages of life, in hundreds of locations, giving you room to grow your career, along with great benefits and perks.

Our mission is to care for others as we would care for those we love. We extend that sense of caring to every patient, resident and customer, as well as to each member of our team.

At Riverside Health, your trust and safety are our top priorities.