Mammography Technologist

Duke Careers; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

Commitment Bonus

Job summary

Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital in Mooresville, NC seeks a Mammography Technologist to perform screening and diagnostic mammography, operate imaging equipment, and ensure quality control. The role includes patient positioning, education for students, and contributing to data and charge accuracy within the imaging department.

Required ARRT certification in radiography, MQSA compliance, and BLS; experience levels may vary across department ladders with opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Graduate/complete program meeting registry requirements for mammography.
• MQSA requirements met by training and certification.
• ARRT mammography registry or certification is current.

Responsibilities

• Perform mammography procedures and operate mammography equipment.
• Position patients and immobilize as needed for images.
• Carry out mammography quality control functions.
• Evaluate radiographs for diagnostic quality; obtain extra images if needed.
• Prepare and set up medical supplies using aseptic technique.
• Explain procedures to patients and document charges in system.
• Provide orientation and training to student Mammographers.
• Assist in maintenance and compilation of statistical data.
• Demonstrate proficiency in breast imaging procedures, including interventional.
• Monitor section procedures and charges to ensure accuracy.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work.

Skills

ARRT certification

Mammography

MQSA compliance

BLS certification

Radiologic imaging

Patient education

Education

ARRT certification in radiography

MQSA training/qualification

BLS certification

Job description

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At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital in Mooresville, North Carolina. The smallest of Duke Health's four hospitals at 123-beds, it offers a comprehensive range of medical services, including 24-hour emergency care, cardiology, orthopedics, women's services, and surgical specialties.

$15,000 Commitment Bonus and up to $3,000 Relocation Assistance for qualifying candidates!

Summary & Work Performed

• Perform a variety of technical activities associated with the performance of screening and diagnostic mammography procedures.
• Perform a variety of tasks involving the operation of mammographic radiographic equipment and other equipment/devices as appropriate.
• Position patients, using immobilization when necessary.
• Perform the quality control functions related to mammography.
• Evaluate radiographs for dia gnostic quality obtaining additional images as needed.
• Prepare and set up medical supplies using aseptic techniques if appropriate.
• Explain procedu res to patients.Charge mammographic procedures and supplies in Maestro or EPIC.
• Provide orientation to new Mammographers and provide education and training to student Mammographers.
• Assist in maintenance and compilation of statistical data.
• Demonstrate proficiency in performing all breast imaging procedures, to include breast interventional procedures.
• Monitor mammography section procedures and supply charges to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work therein.

**DUHS offers career growth and enrichment within Imaging services.There is a clinical ladder program with various steps and opportunities at each hospital within the health system.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Minimum Qualifications &Education

• Graduate or completion of program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification or currently holds required registry or certification.
• Technologists initially qualifying on or after April 28, 1999, must meet the Mammo-Specific requirements by having at least 40 hours of documented training in mammography.

Experience & Level Characteristics

Level I -

• Must obtain ARRT certification at time of employment.
• Performance of a minimum of 25 mammography exams under direct supervision of an appropriate MQSA qualified individual.
• At least 8 hours of training in using any modality (e.g., digital) before beginning to use that modality independently.

Level II -

• Minimum of two years' experience as a Mammography technologist.
• Must perform at least 200 mammography examinations in a 24 month period.

Level III -

• A minimum of 4 years' experience within specialty modality inwhich they are seeking promotion

Degrees, Licensures, Certifications

• ARRT certification in radiography ARRT advanced certification in mammography FDA/MQSA qualified to include meeting the MQSA CE requirements of at least 15 CEUs in a 36 month period that must include at least 6 CEUs ineach mammographic modality used.
• BLS certification

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