Mammography Tech-Outpatient - Days - North Campus - FT

Erlanger Health System; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Erlanger Health System is seeking a full-time Mammography Tech-Outpatient at their North Campus. This position includes performing various procedures under the direction of radiologists, requiring strong clinical skills and ARRT certification. Candidates must demonstrate knowledge of patient care appropriate to age-specific needs and possess the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• ARRT certified and registered, maintaining continuing education.
• Basic computer experience preferred, including 1-2 years of work or college-level classes.
• BLS completion required before unit placement.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of procedures under the direction of the Breast Center Manager.
• Utilize mammogram and ultrasound equipment for high-quality diagnostic images.
• Conduct invasive procedures using sterile techniques.

Skills

Medical experience

Clinical experience

Basic computer skills

Education

Graduate of ARRT approved radiologic technology program

Diagnostic Ultrasound education

Job description

Job Description - Mammography Tech-Outpatient - Days - North Campus - FT (43843)

Job Description

Mammography Tech-Outpatient - Days - North Campus - FT ( 43843 ) - Erlanger North Chattanooga, TN

Regular - Non-exempt - Full-time - Standard Hours 37.5

Description

Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Breast Center Manager and/or radiologist(s), performs a variety of procedures.

Education:
Required:
A graduate of an ARRT approved radiologic technology program. Reference: https://www.arrt.org/Education/ (compliant with all continuing education mandates).

Preferred:
Diagnostic Ultrasound education or the equivalent in breast ultrasound experience

Experience:
Required:
Medical and/or hospital clinical experience
Basic computer experience required (1-2 years work experience or college level classes)

Preferred:
Breast ultrasound

Position Requirement(s): License/Certification/Registration
Required:
ARRT certified and registered (compliant with all continuing education mandates)

ARRT(M) certified and registered (compliant with all continuing education mandates)

BLS completed prior to going to unit/department and maintained going forward.

Preferred:
ARDMS

Department Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Breast Center Manager and/or radiologist(s), performs a variety of procedures. This job requires independent judgment and initiative in utilization of mammogram and ultrasound equipment to create high quality diagnostic images. This job also requires performance of invasive procedures using sterile technique.

The employee must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide comprehensive care appropriate to the age of the patients seen in the Breast Center.

The employee must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the unit's policies and procedures.