Mammography Technologist - Part Time - Regional Float

Geisinger; Pottsville (Schuylkill County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits from day one

Vision and dental insurance

Domestic partner benefits

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking a Mammography Technologist in Pottsville, PA. This role involves performing breast imaging procedures and assisting in diagnostic imaging for patients. Candidates must hold ARRT certification upon hire and be able to educate other caregivers while ensuring patient safety during procedures.

The position offers healthcare benefits from day one and a dynamic clinical environment. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 5 years experience in mammography and sonography.

Qualifications

• Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) required upon hire.
• New graduates must obtain ARRT‑R registry prior to first day of employment.
• Certification by the ARRT in Mammography must be obtained within 12 months of hire.
• Minimum of 5 years of related work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Ensures correct order is obtained and patient is prepared for exam.
• Utilizes appropriate imaging protocols to maximize patient safety.
• Prepares and administers medications as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Evaluates images for proper positioning and quality.
• Educates and monitors students and healthcare providers.
• Performs breast ultrasound and mammographic procedures.

Skills

Expertise in mammographic and sonographic breast imaging procedures

Knowledge of federal and state laws concerning radiation exposure

Ability to prepare and administer medications

Strong technical troubleshooting and imaging protocol optimization skills

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program – Radiologic Technology

Bachelor’s Degree – Related Field of Study

Job description

Location: Geisinger Primary Care Pottsville. Shift: Days (United States of America). Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40. Worker Type: Regular. Exemption Status: No.

Job Summary

Mammography Technologists are responsible for the administration of ionizing radiation and multi-frequency sound waves for diagnostic, therapeutic or research purposes. A mammographer performs breast imaging procedures and acquires and analyzes data, including mammographic and sonographic images needed for diagnosis, at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed practitioner. Mammography Technologists independently perform or assist the licensed practitioner in the completion of mammographic and sonographic breast imaging procedures. Mammography Technologists prepare, administer and document activities related to medications and radiation exposure in accordance with federal and state laws, regulations, or lawful institutional policy.

Job Duties

• Ensures correct order is obtained, patient is properly identified and prepared for exam, and that clinical history is corroborated and appropriately documented while respecting confidentiality.
• Utilizes appropriate imaging protocol and optimizes technical factors while maximizing patient safety, optimizing patient care, and applying principles of ALARA (As Low as Reasonably Achievable).
• Prepares and/or administers medications through new or existing vascular access site as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Evaluates images for proper positioning and acceptable technical quality and verifies archival storage and/or transfer of data, post-processing of data if applicable.
• Educates and monitors students and other health care providers.
• Imagines pathologic breast specimens as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Performs breast ultrasound procedures as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Performs mammographic procedures per facility policy or as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Performs or assists with clinical breast examination.
• Work is typically performed in a clinical environment.
• Accountable for satisfying all job‑specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) required upon hire.
• New graduates must obtain ARRT‑R registry prior to first day of employment.
• Specialty: Certification by the ARRT in Mammography must be obtained within 12 months of hire.
• Education: Graduate from Specialty Training Program – Radiologic Technology (Required); Bachelor’s Degree – Related Field of Study (Preferred).
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of related work experience (Required).
• Certification(s) and License(s): Basic Life Support Certification. Radiology (R) – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Skills

• Expertise in mammographic and sonographic breast imaging procedures.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations, or lawful institutional policy concerning radiation exposure.
• Ability to prepare and administer medications related to imaging procedures.
• Strong technical troubleshooting and imaging protocol optimization skills.

Benefits

We offer healthcare benefits for full‑time and part‑time positions from day one, including vision, dental, and domestic partners.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.