Mammographer Radiology Technologist

SSM Health; Wentzville (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - Wentzville is seeking a PRN Radiology Technologist specialized in Mammography to join the Imaging department.

You will position patients, operate radiographic equipment, and assist physicians in advanced procedures while adhering to radiation safety standards and regulatory requirements. ARRT-R and Mammography credentials are required, with Mammography credential within 12 months of hire.

Qualifications

• Completion of Radiology program.
• ARRT-R Radiography credential required.
• ARRT-M Mammography credential required within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Position patients and select anatomic and technical parameters.
• Operate imaging equipment and ensure high-quality images.
• Adhere to radiation protection and safety standards.
• Assist physicians in special and advanced procedures.
• Prepare and administer contrast media within scope of practice and regulations.
• Maintain department cleanliness and safety.

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

ARRT-R Radiography

ARRT-M Mammography

Job description

It's more than a career, it's a calling

MO-SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - Wentzville

Worker Type:

PRN

Job Highlights:

Join a team where your work matters-every moment, every patient, every community. At SSM Health, you will be empowered to grow, supported to thrive, and inspired to make a lasting impact.

• Department: Imaging - Mammography/Radiology

• Schedule: PRN as needed

• Requirements: Completion of Radiology program. An ARRT-R credential is required. An ARRT credential in Mammography is required within 12 months of hire.

Job Summary:

Performs a variety of imaging exams used in the diagnostic treatment of illness and injuries.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must work at least 30% of FTE in secondary modality to be eligible for a Multiple Modality job.

• Positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately.

• Implements radiation protection and safety standards.

• Prepares, performs and assists the physician in special and advanced procedures.

• Prepares and administers contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.

• Helps position patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately.

• Ensures all activities comply with regulatory agency standards.

• Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).

• Assists in maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area and any other areas in department.

• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

• Associate's degree

EXPERIENCE

• No experience required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Constant standing and walking.

• Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more).

• Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.

• Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.

• Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.

• Frequent lifting/moving of patients.

• Frequent reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry.

• Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.

• Occasional use of vision to identify and distinguish colors.

• Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.

• Rare kneeling and sitting.

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

State of Work Location: Illinois

• Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)

• And

• ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

• And

• ARRT-M Mammography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

• And

• Radiologic Technologists - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)

• Or

• Radiologic Technologists – Temporary Accreditation - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)

State of Work Location: Missouri, Oklahoma

• Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)

• And

• ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

• And

• ARRT-M Mammography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

State of Work Location: Wisconsin

• Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)

• And

• ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

• And

• Radiographer, Licensed - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services

• And

• ARRT-M Mammography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Job Type:

Employee

Department:

4207020002 Mammography OPC-WZ

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SSM Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.