Mammography Technologist PRN

Washington Radiology; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Sterling, VA is seeking a PRN Mammography Technologist to assist with imaging procedures and ensure high-quality patient care. Ideal candidates should have ARRT certification in Radiography and advanced certification in mammography, along with excellent communication skills. Join us and benefit from a competitive benefits package, including a unique tuition reimbursement program for ongoing education.

Qualifications

• Completion of a formal radiologic technology training program.
• Current on all required continuing education and experience as required by MQSA and ARRT.
• Must possess non-restricted licensure in state work location.
• Two years of experience in mammography preferred.
• Associates degree preferred.
• Must possess non-restricted licensure in state work location.
• Knowledge of RIS/PACS software is preferred.
• Two years of experience in mammography is preferred.
• Experience with diagnostic procedures such as ultrasound core and stereotactic biopsies is preferred.
• Prior quality control experience preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend medical terminology.
• Ability to stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Performs imaging procedures to assist in the diagnosis of disease.
• Operates x-ray equipment and performs diagnostic procedures.
• Maintains a patient-first focus at all times.
• Maintains patient-first focus and outstanding customer service while performing duties.
• Follows written and oral instructions and performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent mammography positioning and exposure technique

Effective communication with patients

Customer service skills

Understanding of medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma; Associates degree preferred

Current certification by ARRT in Radiography

ARRT advanced level certification in mammography

State licensure

Tools

RIS/PACS software

Job description

At Washington Radiology, our service-based culture is reflected in our day-to-day interactions that are warm and welcoming and delivered with care, compassion and clinical expertise. Our commitment to excellence can be seen across every level of our organization, beginning with our team members and extending to the patients, families, and physicians we serve. For more than 70 years, Washington Radiology has set the standard for medical imaging care.

If you would like to join a dynamic team dedicated to best-in-class quality and service excellence, we would like to speak with you.

Mammography Technologist

Location: Sterling, VA

Hours: PRN/As Needed (16 hrs/wk)

If you would like to join a dynamic team dedicated to best-in-class quality and service excellence, we would like to speak with you. Performs imaging procedures to assist in the diagnosis of disease and injuries and supports the general operation of the office.

The Mammography Technologist operates x-ray equipment and performs a variety of mammography-related diagnostic procedures. Individual must maintain a high degree of accuracy in positioning and exposure technique. This position is critical to Washington Radiology; by providing outstanding care and efficient results, the technologist impacts the profitability of the organization as well as the patient experience.

A Day In The Life Of a Mammography Technologist

• Understands, promotes and demonstrates the Solis Way
• Consistently practices excellent mammography positioning and exposure technique;
• Ability to effectively communicate to patients the procedures and educate women about the role of regular mammography in preventative breast health;
• Ability to effectively communicate on an individual and small group basis to doctors, patients, and other employees;
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed and sometimes complicated, written or oral instructions;
• Must maintain patient-first focus at all times and exhibit outstanding customer service skills;
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Here Is What You Will Need

• Completion of a formal radiologic technology training program and hold current certification by ARRT in Radiography;
• ARRT advanced level certification in mammography with documentation of clinical experience, or MQSA qualified and (M) registry eligible;
• Current on all required continuing education and continuing experience as required by MQSA and ARRT;
• High School Diploma; Associates degree preferred;
• Must possess non-restricted licensure in state work location;
• Knowledge of database software, RIS/PACS software is preferred;
• Two years of experience in mammography is preferred;
• Experience with diagnostic procedures such as ultrasound core and stereotactic biopsies is preferred;
• Prior quality control experience preferred;
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend medical terminology;
• Ability to stand for long periods of time

Why Washington Radiology?

• A Great Place to Work for the fourth year in a row!
• Offer competitive benefits such as 401k with company match

We have a new added feature of our Mammography Technologist Training Program: tuition reimbursement! New team members in our training program are eligible to receive reimbursement for documented tuition expenses up to $10,000 for their Associates degree in Radiologic Technology. Ask for additional details when contacted for a phone interview.