Mammographer Technologist II - PRN, Days

Prisma Health; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Columbia, South Carolina, is seeking a Breast Imaging Technologist to perform various imaging procedures. The role requires an associate degree in Radiologic Technology and at least two years of relevant experience. Candidates must hold ARRT certifications in Radiology and Mammography, and have expertise in breast imaging modalities. Responsibilities include performing mammograms, assisting with biopsies, and providing patient care. The position promotes a commitment to quality health services and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of mammography experience.
• Knowledgeable in performing various breast imaging procedures.
• Ability to provide clinical instruction to students.

Responsibilities

• Perform screening and diagnostic mammograms.
• Assist during stereotactic and ultrasound guided biopsies.
• Ensure radiation protection and quality imaging.

Skills

Breast imaging modalities competency

Basic computer skills

Education

Associate degree in Radiologic Technology

Tools

ARRT-Radiology certification

ARRT-Mammo Registered

SCRQSA certification

Job description

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.

Job Summary

Performs a variety of breast imaging procedures that require independent judgement, ingenuity and competency.

Job Description

Essential Functions

• All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health's purpose: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.
• Obtains optimum quality breast images for radiologist interpretation while performing screening mammograms and diagnostic breast imaging studies.
• Assists radiologist during stereotactic and ultrasound guided biopsies.
• Assesses patients through review of previous studies and history to determine screening versus diagnostic patients.
• Covers other functions in the department, as necessary.
• Provides radiation protection in accordance with proper standards as set by State and Federal boards, uses proper shielding, collimation and technical factors that minimize radiation exposure without affecting quality of images.
• Provides clinical instruction to student and staff technologists.
• Stays abreast of organizational, affiliate and departmental changes/updates by checking email on each shift.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities

This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director, or executive.

Minimum Requirements

• Education – Associate degree in Radiologic Technology
• Experience – Two (2) years of mammography experience

Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses

• ARRT‑Radiology and ARRT‑Mammo Registered
• Registered in Mammography, Ultrasound and/or Bone Density
• SCRQSA certification (Required for team members working in South Carolina)

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Competent in all breast imaging modalities to include screening mammograms, diagnostic mammograms, breast ultrasound, stereotactic and ultrasound guided biopsies.
• Able to stay abreast of changes and new procedures by attending educational seminars or classes and reading job related material.
• Basic computer skills

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Location

Parkridge

Facility

1560 Baptist Parkridge Hospital

Department

15637117 Mammography

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