Mammography Technologist (Full Time) - Abington

Jefferson Health; Willow Grove (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mammography Technologist to join their dedicated team. This full-time role involves performing mammography exams, ensuring patient comfort, and adhering to safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in radiology and a passion for patient care. With a commitment to excellence in clinical practice, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of patients while working in a supportive and innovative environment. If you are ready to advance your career in a leading healthcare organization, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Must have ARRT certification and knowledge of mammography techniques.
• Experience in patient care and ability to monitor reactions during procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform mammography exams and assist during invasive procedures.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort during imaging procedures.

Skills

Mammography Imaging Techniques

Patient Care

Radiation Safety Standards

Documentation Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Graduate of a recognized School of Radiology Sciences

ARRT Certification in Radiography

Mammo-Specific Training

Tools

Mammography Equipment

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Job Details

The Mammography Technologist performs mammography exams, screenings and diagnostic studies, and assists during invasive procedures. Via these procedures and under the direction of the physician, the Mammography Tech detects breast tissue abnormalities and presents them to the physician for diagnosis. Delivers patient care and education before, during and after diagnostic imaging procedures.

Job Details

The Mammography Technologist performs mammography exams, screenings and diagnostic studies, and assists during invasive procedures. Via these procedures and under the direction of the physician, the Mammography Tech detects breast tissue abnormalities and presents them to the physician for diagnosis. Delivers patient care and education before, during and after diagnostic imaging procedures.

Job Description

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
• Operates mammography equipment and performs various mammography-related examinations to produce radiograph images for clinical screening and diagnostic purposes.
• Ensures successful procedure by ensuring appropriate patient and breast position, instructing patient throughout the procedure, and adjusting compression mechanisms and equipment controls to set exposure factors.
• Provides staff and patient protection in accordance with prescribed radiation safety standards.
• Documents patient mammogram services by completing patient record charting.
• Obtains complete and accurate history and delivers care and support services to clients before, during and after mammogram procedures, e.g. explaining procedures, answering inquiries, etc.
• Ensures operation of mammography equipment by completing preventive maintenance, use instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs, and maintaining equipment inventories.
• Performs other related technologist duties as directed by the lead technologist, supervisor or manager, including those related to quality assurance and/or control.
• Responsible for maintaining continuing education required for licenses and job position
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required)

• Knowledge of techniques and procedures used in mammographic imaging, ability to produce images of internal body structures for diagnosis and early detection of breast diseases in women.
• Knowledge of and ability to prepare patients for diagnostic/radiological imaging and to monitor patients' reactions during and after a procedure. Responds to emergent situations by applying appropriate measures.
  
  

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

• Graduate of a recognized School of Radiology Sciences or current validated Registry from ARRT in Radiology Technology (R). ARRT (R), (CT) Preferred.
• Mammography 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.
• Documented training in Digital Mammography OR on the job training program agreement requirement: 3 months competency and didactic program completion from hire. Additional 5 months to attain (M) certification.
• 6 months to 1 year experience preferred
  
  

Minimum Certifications, Registration Or License Requirements

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
• ARRT certification in radiography, ARRT advanced certification in Mammography, FDA/MQSA qualified to include meeting the MQSA CE requirements of at least 15 CEU’s in a 36-month period that are Mammography specific preferred. (M) Registry eligible 6 months to attain (M) certification.
  
  

Work Shift

Workday Evening (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Primary Location Address

2701 Blair Mill Road, Willow Grove, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.

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