Mammographer

Riverside Health; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 47,389 - 65,160; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health in Newport News, Virginia, is seeking a Mammographer Quality Control Stereo Tech to perform mammography and stereotactic exams, QC procedures, and patient preparation. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and adherence to policy, with responsibility for documentation and patient communication.

Ideal candidates will have ARRT Mammography certification, CPR/BLS certification, and flexibility for weekend shifts and working across locations.

Qualifications

• ARRT Mammography certification required upon hire
• CPR/BLS certification required upon hire
• Weekend shifts and multi-location work may be required

Responsibilities

• Completes mammographic imaging studies and presents them for diagnosis. Produces quality images following protocols and documents results.
• Performs with high safety and quality, following ALARA principles and ensuring equipment readiness.
• Coordinates patient care, assesses and documents actions, and maintains supplies to avoid service interruption.
• Adheres to regulatory and accrediting standards and reports variances.
• Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements and troubleshoots as needed.

Skills

Mammography experience

Job description

Hiring Range $34.40 - $47.30/Hourly Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.

Newport News, Virginia

Hiring Range $34.40 - $47.30/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 Quality Control Stereo Tech is responsible for performing mammography and stereotactic exams on patients as requested by the referring physicians. Performs all mammography and stereotactic exams and QC 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.


• 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.


• Understands and adheres to all applicable regulatory and accrediting standards. Reports variances.


• 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

Experience

• Mammography experience (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• Radiologic Technologists - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Mammography (M) Upon Hire(Required) and


• 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

To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.