Mammography Tech Montvale Part Time Day

Valley Health System; Montvale (NJ); On-site; USD 90,168 - 112,715; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

Life Insurance & AD&D

FSA & Commuter Benefits

Disability options

Job summary

Valley Health System is seeking a Mammography Technologist to perform mammography and DEXA procedures under supervision. You will verify patient identity, select the patient from the work list, and ensure scans are archived in PACS.

The role requires knowledge of anatomy, precise imaging, and collaboration with the health-system team. The ideal candidate holds ARRT with advanced Mammography Certification, NJ license, and CPR certification, with 1 year of radiology experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Completion from an accredited radiography program and ARRT registration with advanced Mammography Certification.
• Valid NJ State license and advancement registry within 1 year of employment.
• Current CPR Certification through the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Operate imaging equipment and perform mammography and DEXA procedures as ordered by physicians.
• Verify patient identification and select patient from work list.
• Produce detailed computer generated scans and ensure archiving to PACS.
• Maintain imaging facilities in proper order and stay updated on departmental imaging practices.

Skills

ARRT registration

Mammography

Anatomy & physiology

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Stress management

Education

Accredited radiography program

Advanced Mammography Certification (ARRT)

NJ DEP license

Advanced Mammography Registry within 1 year

CPR Certification (AHA)

Job description

Position Summary

Reporting to and functioning under the general supervision of the Supervisor, the mammography technologist prepares for and operates imaging equipment following specific physicians orders. Produces detailed computer generated scans of patients for breast and DEXA exams, verifies patients identification prior to scan, selects patient from work list, ensures exam is archived on the PACS. Maintains facilities in proper order. Must keep abreast of all new departmental imaging. To perform a variety of mammographic and DEXA procedures using X-Rays.

Shift

Tuesday & Thursday every other Friday. 8 to 4:30 No weekends or Holidays

Education

Completion from an accredited radiography program and registered by the ARRT with advanced Mammography Certification and a valid/current license from the State of NJ DEP. Must obtain advanced Mammography Registry within 1 year of employment. Current CPR Certification thru the American Heart Association.

Experience

One (1) year practical experience as a registered (ARRT) radiology technologist preferred; mammography experience preferred.

Skills

Physical dexterity to operate a variety of complex stationary and mobile radiation producing equipment and mechanical accessories. Ability to work in sensitive areas including the Knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Effective interaction and communication (oral, writing, presenting) skills. Ability to perform accurately and attention to details, changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure. Ability to function competently in stressful situations and changing work environment related to changing patient needs. Ability to work cooperatively within the health-system, and with patients, family members, co-workers, and multidisciplinary team members (i.e. , physicians, Patient Care Services staff members, etc.). Ability to utilize effective time management to set priorities, perform job related responsibilities, and respond quickly to emergency situations.

Job Location

Montvale Market Square

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Benefits

• Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
• Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D(Full Time Employees)
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans
• Supplemental Voluntary Benefits ( e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
• 6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
• Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities

Salary

Joining Valley Health System means becoming part of a dedicated team that values the highest quality of care in a supportive environment. In our commitment to high performance and reliability, we encourage and recognize exceptional individual performance through our industry leading compensation practices including a starting salary and benefits in accordance with your role, experience, education, and licensure. Actual individual salaries vary depending on these factors. The salary listed does not include other forms of compensation or benefits. Pay Range: $43.35 - $54.19 (per hour)

EEO Statement

Valley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, civil union status, color, creed, disability, domestic partnership, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, marital status, medical condition or illness, mental or physical handicap, national origin, nationality, perceived disability, pregnancy, race, refusal to submit to genetic testing or make available results of such tests, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other protected basis, in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws. This applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.