Mammography Technologist

Novant Health; Bolivia (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health is looking for a Mammography Technologist I in North Carolina, US. This role involves assisting physicians with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, preparing patients, and operating mammographic equipment to obtain diagnostic images. Candidates should possess an Associate Degree and be certified by ARRT in Radiography and Mammography. Additional skills such as analytical ability and good communication are crucial for this position.

Qualifications

• 2 Year / Associate Degree, preferred.
• One year experience in Mammography, preferred.
• Certified and registered by ARRT in Radiography and Mammography - RT(R)(M), required.
• Applicable state license, required.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians in the performance of diagnostic procedures.
• Prepare patients for mammographic procedures.
• Operate mammographic equipment to obtain diagnostic images.

Skills

Analytical ability

Basic computer skills

Good communication skills

Ability to adapt to procedures

Ability to interpret patient care needs

Education

2 Year / Associate Degree

Graduate of ARRT-approved Radiography Program

Tools

Mammography equipment

Job description

Job Overview

The Mammography Technologist I assists physicians in the performance of diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures by preparing the patient and operating the mammographic equipment in order to obtain diagnostic images.

Qualifications

• Education: 2 Year / Associate Degree, preferred. Graduate of ARRT-approved Radiography Program, required.
• Experience: One year experience in Mammography, preferred.
• Licensure/Certification:
  • Certified and registered by ARRT in Radiography and Mammography - RT(R)(M), required.
  • Certified and registered by ARRT in Bone Densitometry - RT(R)(M)(BD), preferred.
  • Refer to the Life Support Training Policy NH-HR-3096 for life support training requirement
  • Applicable state license, required.
• Additional Skills (required): Analytical ability, basic computer skills, good communication skills, ability to adapt to procedures based on age of patient, ability to interpret information to identify each patient’s requirements for care relative to his/her age specific needs. Prepares patient for procedures. Operates Mammography equipment.