Mammography Tech

Prime Healthcare; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 54,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

Saint Michael's Medical Center, part of Prime Healthcare, seeks a trained Radiologic Technologist for a per diem role in Newark, NJ. Responsibilities include performing various imaging procedures per department protocols, ensuring quality customer service, and supervising staff when necessary. Candidates must have relevant State licensure, national certification, and proficiency in radiological techniques. Competitive compensation of $48.96 per hour with benefits determined by employment status. Join a team committed to compassionate care and quality service.

Qualifications

• Licensure and/or fluoroscopy permit as required by State.
• National certification in three modalities or national certification in 2 modalities and leadership experience required.
• Familiarity with State and Federal regulations is necessary.
• Current BCLS (AHA) certification is required.
• One year of acute clinical radiography preferred.
• Proficient computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform various diagnostic imaging procedures based on department protocols.
• Act as the first line interface with customers for imaging needs.
• Participate in performance improvement and quality control activities.
• Supervise Radiology staff in their absence.
• Maintain department supplies and assist in scheduling.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Radiographic procedures

Education

Graduated from a JRCERT-accredited program

Tools

PACS

Radiological technology

Job description

Overview

Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! Saint Michael's Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.

Established by the Franciscan Sisters of the Poor in 1867, Saint Michael's Medical Center is a 358-bed regional tertiary-care, teaching, and research center in the heart of Newark's business and educational district and is accredited by The Joint Commission. Combining state-of-the-art technology, the latest diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, leading-edge research, and a network of highly qualified physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals, the hospital provides top-quality health care services delivered with compassionate care.

The first medical institution in New Jersey to perform open-heart surgery, and the first to develop a cardiac catheterization program, Saint Michael's Medical Center is home to the Heart and Vascular Institute, which offers a comprehensive array of innovative cardiac treatments and procedures. Learn more at www.smmcnj.com.

Responsibilities

Performs Diagnostic Radiographic, Cat Scan, Mammography, Bone Density, Ultra Sound or Special Procedures according to department protocols. Functions as the first line interface with customers and is successful in the accomplishment of their imaging needs. Participates in PI/ QC activities. Assists in Maintaining Performance Improvement Program. Supervises Radiology staff in the absence. Maintains department supplies. Promotes teamwork and good customer service. Assists in annual evaluations and staff discipline. Does scheduling for assigned sub departments and maintains supplies and equipment for assigned sub department. Responsible for processing and transmission of Images to PACS.

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

• Licensure and/or fluoroscopy permit as required by State.
• Effective July 1, 2017 national certification in three modalities or if functioning in a leadership role, national certification in 2 modalities and leadership experience required.
• Must be familiar with State and Federal regulations.
• Current BCLS (AHA).
• One year of acute clinical radiography preferred.
• Graduate of a program accredited by JRCERT.
• Proficient computer skills.

Pay Transparency

Saint Michaels Medical Center offers competitive compensation and the current compensation range for this role is $48.96. Benefits may vary based on collective bargaining agreement requirements and/or the employment status. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Variable

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf