Mammography Tech Per Diem Day (Covering Day & Evening & Weekends)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Ridgewood, NJ, is seeking a skilled mammography technologist to operate imaging equipment and perform DEXA exams. Responsibilities include ensuring patient safety, maintaining equipment, and producing high-quality scans. Candidates must possess ARRT certification, CPR certification, and ideally have experience in the field. The position offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• One year mammography experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification through the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and operate imaging equipment for mammography and DEXA exams.
• Verify patients' identification prior to scans.
• Maintain facilities and ensure exams are archived on PACS.

Skills

Physical dexterity

Effective communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under stress

Time management skills

Education

Completion from accredited radiography program

Registered in radiography and mammography by the ARRT

Tools

Complex stationary and mobile radiation equipment

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.

Education

Completion from an accredited radiography program and registered in radiography and mammography by the ARRT, or registry eligible.

Experience

One year mammography experience preferred.

Skills

Registered in Radiology Technology by the ARRT with advanced Mammography Certification and a current and valid license from the State of NJ DEP. Current CPR certification thru the American Heart Association. 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 competent 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

The Valley Health System-Ridgewood

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

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.