Mammography Technologist

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); Orangeburg (SC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) seeks a skilled Mammography Technologist to perform high-quality mammography procedures on the Mobile Mammography Unit and at the Main Breast Center. The role requires independent work with minimal supervision and a strong customer-service focus in an outpatient setting.

Responsibilities include bone density exams, stereotactic biopsies, and QA activities, with coverage of the scheduling needs as required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• ARRT registration in x-ray and mammography; South Carolina licensure.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs proficient Screening Mammograms on the Mobile Mammography Unit and at the Main Breast Center (Screening and Diagnostic).
• Perform Bone Density Exams, Stereotactic Biopsies and Needle Localization Exams as needed.
• Maintain x-ray and other equipment in efficient operating order; assist Lead Mammographer with QA; assist Mobile Coordinator with scheduling.

Skills

Mammography

Radiographic technique

Customer service

Initiative

Education

Radiologic Technology program

Tools

ARRT Mammography

ARRT registration

Job description

Job Description Summary

Performs mammography/stereotactic procedures according to ACR standards and high quality diagnostic radiographic examinations for interpretation by a physician. Requires sound understanding of anatomical position, radiographic technique, the ability to act with initiative and ingenuity with minimal supervision and a high degree of customer service orientation for an outpatient ambulatory setting.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC004775 ORBG - Breast Center

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-28

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Job Description

Performs proficient Screening Mammograms on the Mobile Mammography Unit primarily. When mobile is not scheduled the technologist will be in the Main Breast Center performing proficient Mammograms, (Screening and Diagnostic) Bone Density Exams, Stereotactic Biopsies and Needle Localization Exams. Maintains x-ray and other equipment in efficient operating order, Assists Lead Mammographer in ensuring that Quality Assurance is carried out in an appropriate and timely manner. Assists Mobile Coordinator in scheduling events when needed.

Additional Job Description

Education: Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.

Work Experience : 2 years of independent mammography experience

Credentials: Current registration from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in x-ray and mammography; Current State of South Caroline Licensure; Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous)
• Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent)
• Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)
• Ability to work outside in temperature extremes. (Infrequent)
• Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent)
• Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent)
• Ability to bend at the waist. (Continuous)
• Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent)
• Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform "pinching" operations. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands. (Continuous)
• Ability to reach overhead. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous)
• Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous)
• Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination. (Frequent)
• Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous)
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent)
• Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent)
• Ability to lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. (Infrequent)
• Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force. (Frequent)
• Examples include: To transfer a 100 lb. patient that can not assist in the transfer requires 50 lbs. of force.
• For every 100 additional pounds, assistance will be required from another healthcare worker.
• 20 lbs. of force is needed to push a 400 lb. patient in a wheelchair on carpet.
• 25 lbs. of force is required to push a stretcher with a patient with one hand.
• Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous)
• Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance. (Continuous)
• Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous)
• Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous)
• Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous)
• Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous)
• Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations. (Continuous)
• Ability to work rotating shifts. (Frequent)
• Ability to work overtime as required. (Frequent)
• Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous)
• Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous)
• Selected Positions: Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous)
• Selected Positions: Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. (Continuous)

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/