Mammography Tech

2610 Columbia County Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & mental health support

Wellstar CareerCare education program

Sign-on bonus eligible

Relocation assistance eligible

Job summary

The Mammography Technologist role at Wellstar Health System involves performing screening and diagnostic breast and bone density exams, under a Radiologist or Manager, ensuring ALARA principles and patient safety.

Requires accredited Radiologic Technology education, ARRT Mammography and Radiography credentials, and 2+ years radiography experience with at least 1 year in breast imaging. Sign-on and relocation assistance available for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Accredited Radiologic Technology program is required.
• Ability to operate radiographic equipment and communicate effectively.
• Strong patient service and safety orientation for breast imaging.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge in Breast and Bone Density Imaging and adheres to ALARA.
• Performs Breast and Bone Density imaging exams and evaluates image quality.
• Performs post-processing and ensures correct patient identification.
• Provides patient-centered care and adheres to safety and aseptic protocols.
• Assists Radiologist with procedures and protocols.

Skills

Radiography

Communication

Patient service

Breast imaging

Mammography positioning

Education

Accredited Radiologic Technology program

Job description

Pay

We offer competitive hourly pay with shift differential incentives.

Schedule & Incentives

This role is sign on bonus eligible. This role can offer a competitive relocation assistance package for eligible candidates. A full-time position with a Monday-Friday Day shift schedule.

Benefits

• Benefits program that includes PTO, mental health support, wellness rooms, concierge services and more
• Access to Wellstar’s CareerCare program for fully funded education and guided career progression.

Job Summary

The Mammography Technologist performs screening and diagnostic breast and bone density exams and procedures on patients of all ages to provide physicians with data for diagnostic purposes. The Mammography Technologist works under the direction of a Radiologist and/or Manager.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions

• Demonstrates sound knowledge in the performance of Breast and Bone Density Imaging while adhering to department protocol and standards and applies the principles of ALARA to minimize exposure to patients, self and others.
• Performs a variety of exams including Breast and Bone Density imaging.
• Evaluates images for technical quality.
• Performs post processing of data and ensures proper patient identification is recorded.
• Provides optimal patient care and assumes responsibility for the patient's needs during their procedures and exemplifies the philosophy of Patient Family Centered care to all.
• Applies the principles of patient safety during all aspects of patient care.
• Identifies and responds to emergency situations in an appropriate manner.
• Strictly adheres to the principles of aseptic technique and hand washing policies.
• Assists the Radiologist with procedures and protocols.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education

Accredited Program Radiologic Technology

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)

All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated. BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor ARRT-M - ARRT Mammography ARRT-R - ARRT Radiography

Required Minimum Experience

Minimum 2 years Diagnostic Radiography/X-Ray.

Required or Minimum 1 year Breast imaging.

Required Minimum Skills

Ability to operate Radiographic equipment. Ability to communicate verbally and written. Possess excellent patient/customer service skills. Operate Breast Imaging Unit- Preferred. Knowledge of Mammography positioning techniques-Preferred.

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• OUR MISSION: To enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve.
• OUR VISION: Deliver world‑class healthcare to every person, every time.
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Culture of Excellence

Wellstar consistently receives attention and accolades from national organizations that set the standards for world‑class care. Our system-wide practice of safety principles, assessing and addressing errors and seeking feedback from our patients and customers continually earns recognition for advances in safety and quality. Featured on the FORTUNE “100 Best Companies to Work For” list and Seramount 100 Best Companies list, we not only provide top‑notch care for our patients, but also foster the culture of Wellstar as a Great Place to Work.