Mammography Tech Part Time Day Montvale

Valley Health System (New Jersey); Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 59,718 - 74,652; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision

Group Term Life Insurance & AD&D

Flexible Spending Accounts & Commuter

Tuition Assistance

Wellness Time Off

EAP

Cancer and Disability benefits

Fitness Center membership discount

Day care discounts

Job summary

Valley Health System (New Jersey) is seeking a Mammography Technologist at Montvale Market Square. The role involves preparing and operating mammography and DEXA imaging equipment according to physician orders, verifying patient identity, and selecting the correct studies from the work list.

Exams must be archived in PACS and equipment maintained to high standards. Applicants should have an accredited radiography program, ARRT advanced Mammography Certification, NJ license, and CPR

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare for and operate imaging equipment following physicians' orders for breast and DEXA exams.
• Produce detailed computer generated scans and verify patient identification.
• Select patient from work list and ensure exam is archived on PACS.
• Maintain imaging facilities and stay current with departmental imaging advances.

Skills

Physical dexterity

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Accredited radiography program

ARRT advanced Mammography Certification

NJ State license

CPR certification

Tools

Mammography equipment

DEXA equipment

PACS archiving

Job description

Position SummaryReporting 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.EducationCompletion 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.Shift: Monday& Wednesday every other Friday 8 to 4:30 (No weekends or Holidays)ExperienceOne (1) year practical experience as a registered (ARRT) radiology technologist preferred; mammography experience preferred.SkillsPhysical 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 timeJob LocationMontvale Market SquareShiftDay (United States of America)BenefitsMedical/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 PlansSupplemental 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 IllnessRetirement PlanTuition AssistanceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership DiscountDay Care Discounts for Various Daycare FacilitiesSalaryJoining 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 StatementValley 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.