Mammography Tech / Casual | Fox Chapel OP

Highmark Health; Fox Chapel (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Highmark Health is seeking a Mammography Tech for their Fox Chapel location. This part-time position involves performing mammography procedures, educating patients, and ensuring compliance with health standards. Candidates need an Associate's Degree, Radiography certification, and a willingness to obtain Mammography certification within 12 months. CPR certification and background checks are also required. The role emphasizes patient care, quality imaging, and regulatory adherence.

Qualifications

• Must obtain Mammography certification within 12 months of hire.
• CPR certification from the American Heart Association is required.
• Background clearance certificates (Act 34, Act 33, Act 73) are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Performs mammography procedures according to standards and regulations.
• Educates patients about the procedures and ensures cooperation.
• Monitors patient condition during procedures and reports changes.

Skills

Mammography procedures

Patient positioning

Quality control procedures

Education

Associate's Degree or equivalent

Radiography certification

Mammography certification

Job description

Mammography Tech / Casual | Fox Chapel OP page is loaded## Mammography Tech / Casual | Fox Chapel OPremote type: On-sitelocations: Fox Chapel PA, 15238, 970 Freeport Drivetime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: J273917## **Company :**Allegheny Health Network## **Job Description :****GENERAL OVERVIEW:**This job performs mammography procedures in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.**ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Reviews patient images and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results. Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure. Enters relevant patient and imaging data into EHR and related systems. (50%)* Reviews patient history and physician's orders. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation. (20%)* When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice. Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate. May assist physician with performing interventional procedures including fine needle aspiration and needle localization. (15%)* Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters. Implements safety standards, ensures regulatory compliance, including performing appropriate quality control procedures on equipment including accreditation documentation and preparation. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary. Participates in ensuring compliance with the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) regulations. (15%)* Performs other duties as assigned**QUALIFICATIONS:**Minimum* Associate’s Degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school* Radiography certification* Mammography certification - must be obtained within 12 months of hire* CPR – American Heart Association* Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate* Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate* Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance CertificatePreferred* None***Disclaimer:*** *The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.* ***Compliance Requirement**: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.**As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.*Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below.For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at [e-mail] Health is a national, blended health organization that includes one of America’s largest Blue Cross Blue Shield insurers and a growing regional hospital and physician network.Based in Pittsburgh, Pa., Highmark Health’s 35,000 employees serve millions of customers nationwide through the nonprofit organization’s affiliated businesses, which include Highmark Inc., Allegheny Health Network, HM Insurance Group, United Concordia Dental, HM Health Solutions and HM Home & Community Services.Highmark Health’s businesses proudly serve a broad spectrum of health-related needs including health insurance, health care delivery, population health management, dental solutions, reinsurance solutions, and innovative, technology solutions.