Mammography Technologist

Ellis Medicine; Town of Niskayuna (NY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider dedicated to excellence in patient care! This role involves performing mammograms and ensuring quality control in a supportive environment. As part of a diverse team, you'll educate patients, maintain precise records, and adhere to safety protocols while utilizing cutting-edge technology. With exceptional pay and generous benefits starting from day one, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the community. If you're passionate about radiologic technology and patient care, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program with ARRT certification.
• Must be registry eligible for A.R.R.T. (M) certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform mammograms and quality control tests per MQSA standards.
• Educate patients and ensure their comfort during procedures.
• Maintain accurate records related to mammography.

Skills

Mammography

Quality Control

Patient Education

Radiologic Technology

Safety Procedures

Education

Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technology school

Current ARRT registry

Current New York State license of Radiologic Technology

Tools

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Job description

Exceptional Pay & Generous Benefits - Including DAY ONE benefits!

Perform Mammograms, needle localizations, galactogram examinations, etc., on patients. Perform quality control functions for the mammography section according to MQSA standards and perform sensitometry on the mammography processor and MAB processor. Maintain accurate and complete records on radiologist, technologists, and patients concerning mammography according to MQSA standards.

Requirements:

Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technology school with current ARRT registry and possessing a current New York State license of Radiologic Technology. Must possess A.R.R.T. (M) registry or be registry eligible.

Responsibilities:

1. Perform QC tests according to MQSA standard.
2. Perform Mammogram Examinations.
3. Patient Education; Provide for patient comfort/cooperation with equipment and procedure - stress the importance of compression – provide general psychological support.
4. Assist Senior Mammography Technologist with record keeping.
5. Adhere to the policies and procedures outlined in the Exposure Control Manual regarding universal precautions, bloodborne pathogen exposure, disposal of needles, syringes and sharps, clean-up procedures for blood and body fluid spills, storage, handling, and disposal of medical waste.
6. Utilize appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when performing tasks associated with this position, which represent a potential occupational risk of exposure to blood-borne pathogens. Appropriate PPE shall include but not be limited to gloves, gowns, goggles, laboratory coats, face shields, or masks.
7. Demonstrate the knowledge and skill necessary to provide care based on physical, psychosocial, educational, and safety-related criteria appropriate to the age of the patients served in the assigned service area.

Ellis Medicine is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex/gender, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, prior arrest, or conviction record, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decisions, or domestic violence victim status.

Salary Range: $31.50-47.26 /hour Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.