Mammography Technologist (Monday - Friday 9am to 5pm) Manhattan

NYU Langone Hospitals; New York (NY); On-site; USD 98,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Certified Mammographer to join their team. This role involves performing essential diagnostic procedures while ensuring patient safety and comfort. The successful candidate will be responsible for using advanced imaging technology and adhering to strict protocols. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact on patient care in a supportive and inclusive environment. If you're ready to contribute to a leading institution dedicated to medical excellence, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Must have a certificate in Radiologic Technology and ARRT registration.
• New York State license is required for practice in Diagnostic Radiology.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic mammographic and bone density procedures.
• Ensure patient safety protocols and maintain radiographic equipment.

Skills

Patient Communication

Diagnostic Imaging

Quality Control

Technical Problem Solving

Education

Certificate from an accredited School of Radiologic Technology

New York State license or temporary permit to practice Diagnostic Radiology

Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Advance Certification in Mammography

Tools

HIS/RIS system

Radiographic Equipment

Job description

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is one of the nation's top-ranked medical schools. For 175 years, NYU Grossman School of Medicine has trained thousands of physicians and scientists who have helped to shape the course of medical history and enrich the lives of countless people. An integral part of NYU Langone Health, the Grossman School of Medicine at its core is committed to improving the human condition through medical education, scientific research, and direct patient care. At NYU Langone Health, equity, diversity, and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace diversity, inclusion, and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.

Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Certified Mammographer - Gouverneur 227 Madison Street. In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for performing medically prescribed diagnostic mammographic and bone density procedures, ensuring patient safety protocols, and functioning as the first line interface with patients during their mammogram. Works under general direction.

Job Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates knowledge of the hospital and radiology information systems as they relate to radiology.
• Selects appropriate patient information from HIS/RIS system in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Accesses patient information; schedules exams; appointment times; type of exam, patient reports, etc.
• Follows departmental HIS/RIS system procedures and protocol to ensure orders are verified and processed correctly.
• Effectively assesses patients' information and status, and follows appropriate procedure(s) accordingly.
• Uses standard procedures to identify the correct patient.
• Reviews patients' requisition and understands the type of exam required by each requisition and confers with medical staff regarding clarification when necessary.
• Demonstrates skill in equipment set-up, utilization, and proper maintenance procedures. Performs visual and manual quality control checks of radiographic equipment. Uses imaging and peripheral equipment safely and productively in accordance with prescribed hospital, departmental, and manufacturers procedures.
• Observes and reports any malfunctioning of the equipment and notifies appropriate persons in case of missing or damaged equipment.
• Independently implements patient procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and standards.
• Explains the procedure and equipment to the patient clearly. Solves problems that arise during patient examinations using both technical knowledge and innovation.
• Alters examination to maximize information in response to patients' condition.
• Confers with other technologists concerning previous approaches utilized.
• Follows accepted radiologic procedures and uses medical information to determine the type of protocol required for radiographic examination.
• Consults policy and procedure manuals and/or other reference materials as necessary to ensure actions conform to established protocols.
• Follows special instructions indicated on radiographic requisition.
• Recognizes need for and follows isolation precautions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Certificate from an accredited School of Radiologic Technology.
• New York State license or temporary permit to practice Diagnostic Radiology.
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Advance Certification in Mammography.

New Grads Welcome to Apply!

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Grossman School of Medicine provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. We require applications to be completed online.

NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $98,259.21 - $110,641.21 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentives, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits.