Mammography Technologist - First Shift

Duke Health; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation allowance

Commitment bonus

Job summary

Duke Health's Duke Raleigh Hospital seeks a Mammography Technologist to perform screening and diagnostic breast imaging. You will operate equipment, position patients, and ensure high-quality radiographs while mentoring students and staff.

Required ARRT radiography certification and mammography credentials; BLS and MQSA CE compliance are expected. The hospital offers a clinical ladder and relocation/commitment bonus programs.

Qualifications

• ARRT radiography and mammography certification are required/expected.
• Two years as Mammography technologist, Level II/III pathways require experience.
• 40 hours mammo-specific training for mammo-qualified applicants since 1999.
• BLS certification and MQSA CE requirements must be met.

Responsibilities

• Operate mammographic equipment and related devices.
• Position patients and calculate exposure factors, assist physicians.
• Perform quality control functions related to mammography.
• Evaluate radiographs for diagnostic quality and obtain additional images as needed.
• Explain procedures to patients and prepare supplies using aseptic technique.
• Charge procedures in Maestro or EPIC systems.
• Provide orientation and training to student Mammographers.
• Assist in maintenance and compilation of statistical data.
• Demonstrate proficiency in all breast imaging procedures, including interventional mammo.

Skills

Mammography proficiency

MQSA compliance

Patient education

Clinical training

Quality control

Education

ARRT certification in radiography

ARRT advanced certification in mammography

BLS certification

MQSA CE requirements (15 CEUs)

Tools

Maestro

EPIC

Job description

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.

About Duke Raleigh Hospital, A Campus of Duke University Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with the Duke Raleigh Campus in Raleigh, North Carolina. With 204-beds, it is the third largest of the four Duke Health hospitals and offers a comprehensive array of services, including cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, advanced gastrointestinal, and wound healing care.

• This Position is Eligible for a Lump Sum of $3,000 Relocation and $15,000 Commitment Bonus***

Location: Duke Raleigh Hospital

Work Week: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm, no weekend, no holidays

General Description Of The Job Class

Perform a variety of technical activities associated with the performance of screening and diagnostic mammography procedures.

Duties And Responsibilities Of This Level

• Perform a variety of tasks involving the operation of mammographic radiographic equipment and other equipment/devices as appropriate.
• Position patients, using immobilization when necessary. Calculate exposure factors, assist physicians.
• Perform the quality control functions related to mammography.
• Evaluate radiographs for diagnostic quality obtaining additional images as needed.
• Prepare and set up medical supplies using aseptic techniques if appropriate. Explain procedures to patients.
• Charge mammographic procedures and supplies in Maestro or EPIC.
• Provide orientation to new Mammographers.
• 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.

Required Qualifications At This Level

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 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 in which they are seeking promotion

Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification

• 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 in each mammographic modality used.
• BLS certification

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