Mammography Technologist

CareSTL Health; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays per year

Full benefits package

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

CareSTL Health in St. Louis is seeking a Mammography Technologist to operate radiologic equipment and perform mammography procedures. The tech will assist physicians in diagnosing breast diseases by conducting high-quality imaging studies. Candidates should be certified and have relevant experience in mammography and radiology settings. This role offers a full benefits package and requires reliable transportation for commuting to the clinic.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of aseptic/sterile techniques.
• Ability to operate imaging and radiology equipment.
• Experience in scheduling appointments and patient registration.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality mammography exams.
• Ensure patient safety during procedures.
• Maintain clean and sterile work environment.

Skills

Excellent oral/written communication skills

Education

Certificate from an accredited radiology program

Certified mammography technologist with required training

Job description

Position Title

Mammography Technologist

Reports To

Director of Clinical Business Services

Classification

Non-Exempt

Position Summary

The Mammography Technologist operates radiologic equipment and performs mammography procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis of disease. The mammography tech is responsible for detecting breast tissue abnormalities by completing mammographic imaging studies; presenting them for diagnosis.

Essential Functions

• The following information is considered the definition of essential functions but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. The Mammography Technologist may be reassigned duties and responsibilities at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other staffing reasons.
• Perform/produce quality radiography and mammography exams in a safe and proper manner with all patients.
• Takes general x-rays following established radiologic requirements and regulations to ensure patient care and safety.
• Scan all necessary documents into the appropriate database for interpretation from the radiologist; gain patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of imaging procedures; explaining equipment; answering questions.
• Applies principals of radiation to minimize exposure to patients, self, and others.

Other Job Related Functions

• Practices aseptic/sterile techniques to prevent cross contamination. Clean the exam room and equipment after use and/or every patient.
• Operates imaging equipment and other related radiology equipment such as computers, copier, scanners, fax machine, and printer.
• Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following, and enforcing standards and procedures.
• Assist with registering patients, scheduling appointments, and importing and exporting CD's and reports.
• Assist coworkers with their duties.
• Other duties as assigned by Radiology Director and Chief Information Officer.

Job Requirements and Qualifications

Education

• Must have received a Certificate of completion from an allied health education and accreditation (AMA) accredited radiology program which meets requirements of the American Registry of Radiological Technologist.
• Must be a certified mammography technologist with 40 hours of training, completed 15 CMEs in the past 3 years, and have performed 200 mammograms in the previous 24 months.

Experience

• I year of experience performing screening and diagnostic mammograms.
• 1+ year of experience in radiology setting.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Must have excellent oral/written communication skills.

Transportation Requirement

• Must have Reliable Transportation.

Additional Information

• Clinic hours are Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• 11 paid holidays per year.
• Full benefits package.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

We believe that health care is right and not a privilege. At CARESTL HEALTH we are an equal opportunity employer healthcare center. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, veteran, or disability status.