Mammography Technician

Memorial Physician Practices; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & Insurance

Tuition assistance

401(k) with match

Wellness programs

Job summary

Wilson Medical Center is seeking a Mammography Technician to join our imaging team and provide high-quality screening and diagnostic mammography services. You will educate patients on procedures and ensure safety and accuracy throughout the imaging process.

The role emphasizes precise imaging, attention to patient comfort, and collaboration with radiologists to deliver timely results. Fulton-based schedule is full-time, days, and benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Radiology preferred; program graduate required
• BLS certification

Responsibilities

• Review patient history and orders; educate patients on procedures and exams.
• Prepare and administer contrast media or medications within scope; monitor patient status.
• Prepare equipment; set exposure factors and imaging parameters; perform QC and troubleshoot.
• Position patient and perform imaging; analyze results and address image quality issues.
• Enter and report scan results.

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Radiology program graduate

Job description

Schedule: FT, Days

Your experience matters

Wilson Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Mammography Technicianjoining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

Wilson Medical Center is committed to always providing excellent care to our community. Our 294-bed facility provides services to residents of Wilson County and surrounding communities. Our commitment to high-quality healthcare is strong. We bring new and innovative programs to those who matter the most - our community.

How you'll contribute

A Mammography Technician who excels in this role:

• Reviews patient history and physician's orders.Educatepatientsregarding procedures, equipment andexamsto ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
• When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice. Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
• Prepareequipment and supplies. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
• Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
• Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results. Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeatingprocedures. Enters, transmits and reports scan results.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

• Education: Associate's DegreePreferred;Bachelor's DegreePreferred; Graduate of a Program Discipline in Radiology Required
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS)
• License: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); State Radiation Operator Certificate
• Experience: 1 year experience preferred
• Skills and Abilities: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

More about Wilson Medical Center

Wilson Medical Center is committed to always providing excellent care to our community. Our 294-bed facility has provided services to residents of Wilson County and surrounding communities for more than 55 years. We offer an array of services, including orthopedics, cardiology, general surgery, women's care, emergency medicine, imaging and much more. We also have nine multi-specialty physician clinics, a wound center, radiation oncology center, outpatient imaging center, a rehabilitation and nursing care center and a 5-star day care.

EEOC Statement

"Wilson Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Wilson Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.