Mammography Technologist

Summa Health; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Education Assistance

Daily Pay

Job summary

Summa Health is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform screening and diagnostic mammograms across Summa locations. You will produce high-quality breast radiographs and assist with related procedures under physician orders.

The role requires ARRT registration with mammography certification or eligibility within the first year, plus completion of Radiologic Technology training. Expect 32 hours weekly with varied shifts.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology.
• Registered by the ARRT with Mammography Certification or eligible within first year.
• Complete training to perform other radiology procedures.

Responsibilities

• Produce breast radiographs upon physician's order to aid diagnosis.
• Perform routine staff technologist duties as time permits.
• Assist with physical breast inspection or palpation as needed.

Skills

Visual acuity

Professionalism

Communication skills

Manual dexterity

Lifting patients

CPR certified

Venipuncture

Computer literacy

Patient positioning

Interpersonal skills

Education

ARRT Certification

Mammography Certification

Radiologic Technology degree

Tools

Radiology equipment

Job description

32 hours per week / Shifts range from a start time of 7:00 am to 8:30 am / 8-hour shifts / Occasional Saturdays / No Holidays or Sundays / will be utilized at all 8 Summa locations

Will perform Screening and diagnostic mammograms as well as procedures

Summa Health System is recognized as one of the region’s top employers by a number of third party organizations, including NorthCoast 99. Exceptional candidates gravitate to Summa because of its culture, passion for delivering excellent service to our patients and families commitment to our philosophy of servant leadership, collegial working relationships at every level of the organization and competitive pay and benefits.

Summary

Produces breast radiographs upon physician's order to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Performs routine staff technologist duties as time permits. Understands methods and is capable of providing or assisting with physical breast inspection or palpation.

Formal Education Required

• Graduate of an A.M.A. approved school of Radiologic Technology.
• Registered by the A.R.R.T.
• A.R.R.T. Mammography Certification or must obtain within first year of hire.

Experience And Training Required

• Successful completion of training to perform other radiology procedures

Other Skills, Competencies And Qualifications

• Near visual acuity to assess film quality.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism in dealing with stressful situations and confidential personal information.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to calibrate and operate equipment, properly position patients, and to apply and adjust compression devices. Ability to lift and position patients.
• Ability to utilize computer system and file system to facilitate records management as directed by Manager and/or Supervisor.
• Ability to initiate CPR (CPR Certification).
• Ability to perform venipuncture (this requirement may be waived at designated locations)
• Updates knowledge and skills through membership participation in professional associations, attending meetings and seminars, and reading professional journals and periodicals.
• Population Specific Competency: Ability to effectively interact with populations of patients/customers with an understanding of their needs for self-respect and dignity.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

$33.41/hr - $40.10/hr

The salary range on this job posting/advertising is base salary exclusive of any bonuses or differentials. Many factors, such as years of relevant experience and geographical location are considered when determining the starting rate of pay. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members when determining offers. Please keep in mind that the range that is listed is the full base salary range. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical.

Summa Health offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program to include medical, dental, vision, life, paid time off as well as many other benefits.

• Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Supplemental Life and AD&D
• Dependent Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts – Healthcare and Dependent Care
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Education Assistance
• Daily Pay