Mammography Tech

Spectrum Healthcare Resources; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision & 401K

Opportunity to care for Military Famll

Job summary

Spectrum Healthcare Resources is seeking a Mammography Technologist at the VA St. Louis Health Care System. This full-time role offers the chance to work with military families while performing critical mammography exams and procedures.

The ideal candidate will possess an associate degree in radiography, a valid ARRT registration, and BLS certification. In addition to receiving and caring for patients, the role involves operating mammography equipment and maintaining quality control standards.

Qualifications

• Must have 12 months of full-time experience as a Mammography Technologist.
• Registered as a Radiologic Technologist by the ARRT.
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association required.
• Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen.

Responsibilities

• Receive patients and explain procedures.
• Operate mammography units, including biopsy units.
• Perform quality control inspections on mammography units.
• Identify abnormalities and notify physicians of significant exams.

Skills

Patient care

Mammography operation

Radiologic procedures

Quality control

Education

Associate degree or radiography program

Job description

Mammography Tech

Job title: Mammography Technologist — VA St. Louis Health Care System. Spectrum Healthcare Resources has an opportunity for a Mammography Technologist at the VA St. Louis Health Care System.

Position Requirements

• Degree/Education: Must have an associate degree or completion from a two-year radiography program.
• Experience: Must have 12 months of full-time experience within the past 24 months as a Mammography Technologist in a setting that meets the requirements of this TO.
• Current registration: Registered as a Radiologic Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• BLS: BLS certification through the American Heart Association.
• Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Duties

• Receive patients, explain procedures, and provide appropriate care. Position the patient for the examination and make adjustments as required. Determine if special patient preparation is needed.
• Operate mammography units, including stereotactic breast biopsy units.
• Receive and interpret requests or instructions for mammography exams.
• Perform quality control inspections on all mammography units and film processors; perform daily warmups and maintain film files for comparison.
• Perform screening and diagnostic mammograms, including spot compressions and magnification views when necessary; set up and assist radiologists with needle localization and stereotactic breast biopsy procedures.
• Identify abnormalities and determine the need for additional views per department protocol; notify physician of significant exams requiring immediate attention.
• Maintain and clean mammography units, film processor, and cassettes; stock and maintain supplies; recommend repairs when diagnostic quality is degraded.
• Make minor adjustments on equipment, differentiate artifacts, program examination equipment, and perform all mammography exams according to department protocols.
• Recognize emergencies and institute necessary procedures for resuscitation if needed.

Position offers

• Full-time opportunity
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, Vision & 401K
• Opportunity to care for Military Families

For More Information Contact

Lexie Pollard

[e-mail]

314-744-4162

Company Overview

At Spectrum, we utilize over thirty-five years of experience providing optimal solutions for federal agencies that are both innovative and cost-effective. We hold ourselves to the highest standard to ensure successful outcomes for the facilities and healthcare professionals we serve. As a Joint Commission Certified Healthcare Resource, dependability and service are the driving forces of our mission.

EOE/Disability/Vet

Location

US-MO-St. Louis

Recruiter

Alexandria Pollard

Direct phone number: 314-744-4162

Recruiter Email: [e-mail]