Mammography Radiologic Technologist – Precision Imaging & Patient Care

Penn Medicine; West Goshen (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine in West Goshen, PA is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform high-quality diagnostic imaging under a radiologist’s supervision, with a focus on mammography and patient safety.

Responsibilities include preparing patients, verifying prescriptions, following imaging protocols, compiling studies for interpretation, and supporting MQSA quality controls. Proficiency with RIS, PACS, Soarian, and ARRT mammography certification are required.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited radiologic technology program resulting in a two year certificate and/or associate degree or four year baccalaureate degree.
• Current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) including mammography certification.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Obtains patient history, explains the procedure, gains consent for contrast material administration and address any patient concerns prior to beginning the procedure.
• Performs all necessary checks for accuracy of the prescription, precertification/authorization if required by individual insurance companies, Soarian order and patient identification.
• Perform all procedures following the appropriate imaging protocols. All technical factors should be appropriate for the age of the patient with consideration of the tools available for shielding and dose reduction.
• Compiles and reviews images, provides applicable comparison studies, and prepares documentation for interpretation.
• Participates in the ACR accreditation process
• Clean, adjust and perform routine maintenance on equipment; stock and replenish supplies as required.
• Performs quality control testing which is mandated by the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) and regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
• Participates in QC for annual MQSA inspection
• Proficient in departmental and hospital information technologies such as RIS, PACS, Soarian and job specific related areas.

Education

Radiologic technology certificate/associate degree or bachelor’s degree

Tools

RIS

PACS

Soarian

Job description

Penn Medicine in West Goshen, PA is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform high-quality diagnostic imaging under a radiologist’s supervision, with a focus on mammography and patient safety.

Responsibilities include preparing patients, verifying prescriptions, following imaging protocols, compiling studies for interpretation, and supporting MQSA quality controls. Proficiency with RIS, PACS, Soarian, and ARRT mammography certification are required.