Mammography Technologist - Per Diem

Hackensack Meridian Health; Brick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Mammography Technologist to perform mammography examinations and ensure compliance with quality standards. The role requires excellent communication skills and certifications in radiology. Join a team committed to transforming healthcare and supporting each other.

Qualifications

• Must meet requirements for the ARRT certification and pass the exam.
• Excellent communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic and screening mammographic examinations.
• Documents procedures regarding quality control and assurance.
• Ensures proper use of the Faxitron system.

Skills

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Radiologic Technology

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, including 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 have technologist's initials.
• Assists with quality control procedures and documentation, including phantom images, repeat analysis, calibration tests, and other quality assurance activities.
• Assists with compiling statistics for patient follow-ups, tracking 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) relevant patient information.
• Modifies and delivers care to meet the needs of the patient population served, considering age, culture, language, and impairments.
• Ensures equipment is cleaned and maintained according to manufacturer instructions.
• Verbalizes proper shielding protocol and practices "Image Gently" and "Image Wisely" principles.
• Ensures rooms are stocked and organized.
• Properly labels specimen images.
• Tracks patient location in Epic during visits.
• Begins and ends procedures timely.
• Recognizes equipment errors and initiates corrective actions.
• Performs other duties and projects as assigned.
• Adheres to organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
• Lifts minimum weights as specified and stands for extended periods.

Qualifications

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

Licenses and Certifications

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

If you believe this role matches your strengths and capabilities, please apply today!