Independent Breast Imaging Radiologic Technologist

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mammography Technologist for the US Department of Veterans Affairs performs screening and diagnostic mammograms and assists with interventional breast procedures. The technologist operates independently and coordinates exams to obtain diagnostic studies for proper diagnosis and treatment.

Applicants may be referred before all requirements are met; ARRT certification and a 24-month radiologic technology program are required, with grandfathering considerations for current VA employees.

Qualifications

• Ability to balance the needs of patients and staff while still performing complex scans and procedures.
• Knowledge of information gathering from medical records and health care providers.
• Ability to assess factors that may contraindicate the procedure.
• Knowledge of basic first aid and basic life support practices related to radiography.

Responsibilities

• Perform screening and diagnostic mammograms.
• Assist with interventional breast procedures.
• Operate independently and coordinate exams.
• Obtain diagnostic studies to support diagnosis and treatment.

Skills

Balance patient needs

Perform complex scans

Information gathering from medical记录

Contraindication assessment

First aid & life support

Aseptic techniques

Post-procedural care

Education

Certificate or Associate degree in radiologic technology

Job description

The Mammography Technologist for the US Department of Veterans Affairs performs screening and diagnostic mammograms and assists with interventional breast procedures. The technologist operates independently and coordinates exams to obtain diagnostic studies for proper diagnosis and treatment.

Applicants may be referred before all requirements are met; ARRT certification and a 24-month radiologic technology program are required, with grandfathering considerations for current VA employees.