Mammo Tech-Per Diem

Catholic Health; Greenvale (NY); On-site; USD 59,667 - 84,980; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Tuition assistance

Defined benefit pension plan

Support for professional growth

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Greenvale, NY, is seeking a Mammographic Technologist to perform mammography procedures and ensure compliance with MQSA standards. The role includes performing stereotactic biopsies and requires certifications from The American Registry of Radiologic Technology. Ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills and knowledge of radiographic equipment.

Qualifications

• Must have two or more certifications from The American Registry of Radiologic Technology, one being R.T. (R).
• Maintain and perform required MQSA standards (100 mammograms per year).
• Completed 40 hours initial training in mammography.

Responsibilities

• Perform stereotactic biopsies and localizations.
• Ensure compliance with MQSA standards.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with others.

Skills

Excellent verbal skills

Knowledge of radiographic and mammographic equipment

Ability to work with ionizing radiation

Excellent listening skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Graduate from a program approved by N.Y.S. Dept. of Health

Job description

Overview

The Mammographic Technologist will utilize their knowledge of screening and diagnostic mammography and be able to perform stereotactic biopsies in addition to localizations. He/she must relate well to others and be in compliance with MQSA standards.

Job Details

Education: High School graduation or equivalent required. High school diploma or G.E.D. Graduate from a program approved by N.Y.S. Dept. of Health, with all associated clinical hours.

Licensure/Certification: N.Y. State DOH and certifications from The American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT). Maintains the recommended CME by the ARRT and MQSA (15 mammography specific CE credits every 3 years). Must have two or more certifications from The American Registry of Radiologic Technology, one being R.T. (R) the second one in Mammography certification. If not certified, eligible to sit for exam; a grace period may be granted.

All Mammography Technologists Must Have The Following MQSA Requirements

• Completed 40 hours initial training in mammography, to include breast anatomy, positioning, compression, quality assurance and control techniques and imaging of patients with implants.
• 25 mammography examinations under the supervision of a MQSA qualified individual
• 8 hours of Full field digital mammography, breast tomosynthesis, screen film and screen film mammography.

Skills, Knowledge or Abilities

Maintain and perform required MQSA standards (100 mammograms per year). Knowledge of radiographic and mammographic equipment. Will be required to work with ionizing radiation producing equipment and computers. Excellent verbal and listening skills required for communicating clearly and effectively with others. Ability to bend, stretch, reach, handle/finger delicate items required. Ability to carry files up to 5 lbs. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential physical demands.

Experience

Previous experience preferred; will consider new graduates.

Salary Range

Starting from USD $52.50/Hr.

This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits.

At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care