Mammographer I- Breast Center

UNC Health; Woodridge (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Nash UNC Health Care's NGH Breast Center in North Carolina is seeking a Mammography Technologist to produce mammograms under a Radiologist's direction. You will ensure film quality, patient safety, apply shielding, and assist in staff and student education to support departmental operations.

The role emphasizes MQSA compliance, patient comfort, and teamwork with physicians and colleagues. Per diem schedule, day shifts, 8 hours per week, with on-site responsibilities at Nash HC.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Radiologic Technology from an accredited program.
• Must be mammography registered within 12 months of hire.
• Current ARRT registration with CE credits.

Responsibilities

• Produces routine and diagnostic mammograms under Radiologist direction.
• Applies radiation safety and patient protection guidelines.
• Provides emotional support and information to patients.
• Delivers care appropriate to patient age groups served.
• Collaborates with physicians and staff.
• Instructs staff, new employees, and students in mammography theory and skills.
• Operates and maintains mammographic equipment and related systems.
• Participates in quality control, QA, and quality improvement activities.
• Supports education and training for staff and students.

Skills

Mammography knowledge

Patient care

Safety procedures

Education

Associate degree in Radiologic Technology

Mammography registration within 12 months

Job description

Description

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

Summary:

Produces mammographic images under the clinical direction of a Radiologist. Takes responsibility for film quality, patient care, safety, sterile technique and providing education for staff and students. Participates in other necessary activities in support of departmental operations. Must meet current MQSA (FDA) regulations for a practicing mammographer.

Responsibilities

1. 1. Produces routine mammograms, diagnostic mammograms, include, but not limited to: Obtains history and/or examination data and evaluates for contraindicating conditions; Reviews Radiologist's report; Applies shielding, supportive and immobilization devices; Adjusts and controls equipment; Reviews film for clinically acceptable results and releases patients; Prepares room by gathering and setting up equipment, viewing prior images, and any supplies required.
2. 2. Applies radiation safety guidelines and patient protection guidelines.
3. 3. Provides emotional support, comfort, general assistance, and information to patients.
4. 4. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care based on the age of the patients served.
5. 5. Coordinates or collaborates with physicians and staff.
6. 6. As assigned, provides instruction in the basic theory, technical skills, and application of mammography procedures to other employees, new employees, and students.
7. 7. Operates and maintains mammographic equipment, computers, and other departmental equipment.
8. 8.partcipates in quality control, quality assurance and quality improvement activities.
9. 9. As assigned, provides instruction in the basic theory, technical skills, and application of mammogram procedures to other employees, new employees, and students.

NASH

Other information:

Education Requirements:

• * Associate degree in Other. Graduation from an accredited school or program of Radiologic Technology.
• * Must be mammography registered within 12 months of hire.

License/Certification Requirements:

• * Current registration with American Registry of Radiologic Technologist, with up-to-date continuing education credits
• * Current advanced certification in Mammography through American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.

Professional Experience Requirements:

• * 2 years of Radiographer and/ or Mammographer experience is preferred, but not required.

Job Details

Legal Employer: Nash Hospitals

Entity: Nash UNC Health Care

Organization Unit: NGH Breast Center

Work Type: Per Diem

Standard Hours Per Week: 8.00

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: NASH HC

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No