Mammography Technologist - Part Time

Hackensack Meridian Health; Haddonfield (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare leader is seeking a dedicated Mammography Technologist to join their team. In this part-time role, you will perform crucial mammography examinations, ensuring compliance with ACR requirements while providing compassionate care to patients of all ages. Your expertise will help in maintaining high standards of quality control and patient documentation. Join a collaborative environment that values your skills and offers competitive benefits, while you contribute to transforming healthcare and making a positive impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Radiologic Technology required.
• Must meet requirements for the ARRT exam and pass it.

Responsibilities

• Perform mammographic examinations on patients professionally and expediently.
• Document procedures and ensure compliance with quality control standards.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Proficient in computer skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Radiologic Technology

ARRT certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

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Description

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health, we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Mammography Technologist is responsible for performing mammography examinations following ACR requirements. This includes screening and diagnostic mammography as well as all Mammographic procedures.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic and screening mammographic examinations on adult, adolescent, and geriatric patients in an expedient and professional manner.
• Performs all mammographic imaging procedures as trained.
• Provides immobilization devices, selects proper technical factors based on individual patient needs, and operates equipment for specific procedures.
• Performs bone density procedures as assigned.
• Identifies patient's images with the correct name, MRN number, and ensures images are correctly marked and all images have technologist's initials.
• Assists with quality control procedures and documenting of phantom image, repeat analysis, calibration tests, and other quality assurance tasks.
• Assists with compiling statistics for patient follow-ups, tracking of breast localizations, biopsy recommendations, and follow-up on positive biopsy reports.
• Documents procedures regarding quality control and assurance in compliance with ACR, MQSA, NJ State, and FDA.
• Ensures proper use of the Faxitron system.
• Documents in EMR (EPIC) any pertinent information regarding patients.
• Adapts and delivers care specific to the needs of the patient population served, considering factors like age, culture, language, and impairments.
• Maintains cleanliness of equipment with hospital disinfectant as per manufacturer instructions.
• Verbalizes proper shielding protocol as per institutional policy.
• Ensures rooms are stocked and orderly.
• Properly labels specimen images.
• Tracks patient location in Epic during the Breast Center visit.
• Begins and ends procedures in a timely manner.
• Recognizes equipment errors and initiates corrective actions.
• Performs other duties and projects as assigned.
• Adheres to organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
• Lifts at least 25 lbs., pushes/pulls 50 lbs., and stands at least 6 hours daily.

Qualifications

Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Radiologic Technology.
• Must meet requirements for the ARRT exam and pass it.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proficient in computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Google Suite.

Licenses and Certifications

• NJ state license for Diagnostic Radiology.
• ARRT certification.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 60 days of employment.

If you believe your skills and experience match this role, please apply today!