Mammography Technologist Per Diem

St. Luke's University Health Network; Upper Saucon (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke’s University Health Network is seeking a Mammography Technologist to perform diagnostic mammography and stereotactic examinations in the Women’s Imaging department under supervision of site leadership. The role emphasizes quality patient care and collaboration with radiologists and technologists.

Candidates must graduate from an ARRT–recognized program and be ARRT registered or eligible. Mammography certification should be obtained within 12 months of hire; CPR certification is required

Qualifications

• Graduation from an ARRT recognized education program or ARRT registration.
• ARRT Mammography certification preferred; must be obtained within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic mammography and stereotactic procedures as directed.
• Communicate findings and clinical history to radiologists and surgeons.
• Gathers QA data and supports Radiology Quality Assurance programs.
• Maintain equipment quality control and participate in continuing education.

Skills

Mammography

Patient positioning

CPR certified

Education

ARRT Mammography certification/eligibility

ARRT registered in Mammography within 1 year

Tools

RIS/HIS systems

Job description

St. Luke’s is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke’s are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient’s ability to pay for health care.

The Mammography Technologist performs diagnostic mammographic and stereotactic (if site applicable) examinations on patients based on department procedures and under direction of Department Section Chief, Site Manager and Network Director of Women’s Imaging. The position will require a significant degree of judgment in the performance of assigned duties.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the successful technical continuity of care for patients during mammography and/or stereotactic procedures.
• Communicates to radiologists/surgeons clinical observations made during mammographic/ stereotactic examinations. Presents clinical history as recorded on appropriate documentation to radiologist/surgeon.
• Assists with breast localizations performed using mammography guidance.
• Demonstrates competency in the knowledge of the RIS/HIS/ and the mammography reader system appropriate to their job responsibilities.
• Assists in gathering and recording QA data for the Radiology Quality Assurance/ Performance Improvement Program.
• Assures that Quality Control is completed on equipment.
• Teaches and trains students in their specified technology, if site applicable.
• Maintains ACR mammography quality assurance criteria.
• Maintains responsibility for own professional development through active participation in-services and/or continuing education programs.
• Provides educational information to the patient regarding their examination.

PHYSICIAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Frequent use of fingers and hands for positioning, operating equipment and in charting information. Pushing, pulling and lifting of body parts and objects of up to 30 pounds. Walking and standing for up to 6 hours per day at increments of 30 minutes. Sitting for up to 2 hours per day in 15 minute increments. Often lifts arms above shoulder level. Occasional stooping, bending and crouching. Hearing as it relates to normal conversation. Seeing as it relates to normal vision.

EDUCATION:

Graduate from an ARRT recognized education program, or ARRT registered, or ARRT registry eligible. ARRT registered in Mammography preferred. ARRT registered in Mammography required within 1 year of hire date. NJ staff must be registered before date of hire.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of 1-year staff technologist preferred. At least 1-year experience in mammography preferred. History of computer usage experience required. Continuing education a must on an ongoing basis to assure quality studies. Current CPR certification required.

St. Luke’s University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.