Mammography Tech Part Time Day Montvale

01 The Valley Hospital; Montvale (NJ); On-site; USD 59,236 - 74,390; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision

Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D

Flexible Spending Accounts & Commuter

Job summary

01 The Valley Hospital in Montvale, NJ seeks a Mammography Technologist to perform breast and DEXA imaging under supervision, ensuring accurate patient identification and proper archiving to PACS. The role requires expertise with imaging equipment and adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications include accreditation in radiography, ARRT Mammography Certification, NJ license, and CPR. Prior mammography experience is preferred, with training provided to obtain registry within a year.

Qualifications

• Completion from an accredited radiography program.
• Registered by the ARRT with advanced Mammography Certification.
• Valid/current license from the State of NJ DEP.
• Must obtain advanced Mammography Registry within 1 year of employment.
• Current CPR Certification through the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Operate imaging equipment for breast and DEXA exams as per physician orders.
• Verify patient identification and select patient from the work list.
• Archive exams to PACS and maintain orderly facilities.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Stress management

Teamwork

Oral/written communication

Education

Accredited radiography program

ARRT Mammography Certification

NJ DEP license

Tools

Imaging equipment operation

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. The technologist produces detailed computer generated scans of patients for breast and DEXA exams, verifies patient identification prior to scan, selects patient from work list, and ensures exam is archived on the PACS. The technologist maintains facilities in proper order and keeps abreast of all new departmental imaging.

Schedule and Location

Shift: Monday & Wednesday; every other Friday, 8:00–4:30 (no weekends or holidays).
Job Location: Montvale Market Square, Day shift (United States of America).

Qualifications

• Education: Completion from an accredited radiography program.
• Registration: Registered by the ARRT with advanced Mammography Certification.
• Licenses: Valid/current license from the State of NJ DEP.
• Certification: Must obtain advanced Mammography Registry within 1 year of employment. Current CPR Certification through the American Heart Association.

Experience

• One (1) year practical experience as a registered ARRT radiology technologist preferred.
• Mammography experience preferred.

Skills & Abilities

• Physical dexterity to operate a variety of complex stationary and mobile radiation producing equipment and mechanical accessories.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• Effective interaction and communication (oral, writing, presenting) skills.
• Ability to perform accurately and attend to details, changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure.
• Capable of functioning competently in stressful situations and a 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 (physicians, Patient Care Services staff, etc.).
• Proficient time‑management skills.

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 Lifestyle Fitness Center Membership Discount, Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities

Salary

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.