Mammographer - as needed

101 Riverside Hospital, Inc.; Benns Church (VA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

101 Riverside Hospital, Inc. in Smithfield, VA is seeking a Mammographer Quality Control Stereo Tech to perform mammography and stereotactic exams. You will prepare patients, explain procedures, and handle associated documentation with a focus on safety and quality.

The role requires ARRT Mammography (M) certification upon hire and CPR/BLS certification. Weekend shifts and cross-location work are possible, with emphasis on accurate image production and compliance with policies.

Qualifications

• Mammography experience preferred.
• ARRT Mammography (M) certification required upon hire.
• CPR/BLS certification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Completes mammographic imaging studies and presents them for diagnosis.
• Produces quality images following approved protocols and procedures.
• Maintains clinical documentation per scope of practice.
• Adheres to ALARA principles and safety policies.
• Prepares equipment, instrumentation, and supplies to support patient care.
• Coordinates patient care and documents actions and outcomes.
• Performs equipment quality control measurements and troubleshooting.
• Ensures regulatory and accrediting standards are met.

Skills

Mammography experience

ARRT Mammography (M) certification

CPR/BLS Certification

Education

ARRT Mammography (M) Certification

Job description

Smithfield, 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

• Mammography experience (Preferred)
• Licenses and Certifications Radiologic Technologists - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Mammography (M) Upon Hire(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

If loving your work is important to you, consider a career at Riverside. By joining our team, you can make a difference in people's lives. 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. 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. At Riverside Health, your trust and safety are our top priorities.