Mammography Technologist Per-Diem

InterMed; South Portland (ME); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

InterMed in South Portland, ME is seeking a Mammography Technologist to perform high-quality screening and diagnostic mammograms in accordance with ACR guidelines, while maintaining exceptional patient communication and comfort.

You will collaborate with radiologists and healthcare teams, ensure MQSA compliance, participate in QC duties, and contribute to ongoing education and training for staff. Requires ARRT Mammography certification and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• AMA-accredited Radiography program completion.
• Minimum 8 hours of digital mammography training.
• Minimum 8 hours of digital tomosynthesis training.
• ARRT advanced certification in Mammography.
• Prior radiology experience preferred.
• Ability to use independent judgment.
• Knowledge of breast anatomy and physiology.

Responsibilities

• Operate mammography equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images.
• Perform screening and diagnostic mammograms according to orders and protocols.
• Explain procedures to patients to reduce anxiety.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
• Stay current on MQSA EQUIP program and quality control duties.
• Collaborate with radiologists and health-care teams to ensure timely results.

Skills

Mammography expertise

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Explain procedures clearly

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AMA-accredited Radiography program

8-hours digital mammography training

8-hours digital tomosynthesis training

ARRT advanced certification in Mammography

Tools

Digital mammography equipment

Tomosynthesis capability

Job description

SUMMARY: The Mammography Technologist willbe responsible forproviding quality mammography studies as ordered byInterMedphysicians and external physicians using ACR guidelines and excellent interpersonal skills.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate mammography equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images.Produce mammograms of consistently high quality by usingoptimaltechniques in following areas:
• Proper adjustment of equipment
• Appropriate positioning of patient
• Minimizing patient discomfort while preventing motion
• Adjustment of protective lead shields
• Appropriate patient and image identification and processing
• Perform screening and diagnostic mammograms according to physician orders and radiology protocols.
• Ensure proper positioning and compression tooptimizeimage quality while minimizing radiation exposure.
• Explain procedures to patients, addressing concerns to reduce anxiety.
• Maintainaccuratepatient records and documentation.
• Work closely with radiologists and other healthcare providers to ensuretimelyandaccurateresults.
• Perform quality control checks and routine maintenance on imaging equipment.
• Stay current on best practices, accreditation requirements, and continuing education in mammography.
• Perform and document Quality Control duties as defined by the American College of Radiology and according to department protocol.
• Recognize and report any malfunction or variation of equipment to lead QC technologist or supervisor.
• Monitor supplies andorderas necessary.
• Cover other sites or modalities as requested/needed, (if cross trained).
• Provide orientation and training of new mammography technologists.
• Demonstrate effective communication and conflict resolution techniques.with patients, co-workers,physiciansand other members of the health care team.
• Maintain certification with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and American Registry in Mammography.
• Maintain certification by Mainestatelicensebureau.
• Perform other related dutiesincidentalto worktherein.
• Participate in andmaintainall criteria of the MQSA EQUIP program.
• Maintains strict confidentiality in alignment with HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability) guidelines andInterMedpolicies.
• Perform other duties to support the mission,visionand values ofInterMed.

MISSION AND VALUES:

• FollowsInterMed’smission to provide patient-centered primary care, putting the patient first to deliver high quality, high value care.
• Provide the highest quality care to our patients with a level of service thatexceeds their expectations.
• Maintain a positive attitude and always treat our patients and each otherwith dignity and respect.
• Insist on honesty and integrity from each other and our business partners.
• Make teamwork a corecomponentof our relationships between physicians,staff, and patients.
• Embrace change to better serve our patients.
• Use business practices that feature individual accountability and groupresponsibility to ensure delivery of high value healthcare.
• Have fun as we carry out our mission to serve.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Education:
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Successful completion of an AMA accredited Radiography program
• Minimum8-hours of documented digital mammography training
• Minimum8-hours of documented digital tomosynthesis training
• Experience:
• Previousradiology experience preferred.Previousmammography experiencestronglypreferred.
• License/Certifications:
• ARRTadvanced certification in Mammography
• Ability to use independentjudgment.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the breast, axilla, and chest wall.
• Skill in training co-workers in equipment operationspreferred.

EQUAL EMPLOYER OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:

InterMedis an equalopportunityworkplace and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

The estimated compensation range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications, and other job-related reasons. Certain positions may be eligible for incentive compensation plans above and beyond base compensation.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

M ARRT Adv Cert

Radiologic Technologist

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