Mammography Technologist (Per Diem) - Torresdale

Jefferson Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Mammography Technologist, where you will play a crucial role in patient care by performing mammography exams and assisting in diagnostic procedures. This role involves operating advanced mammography equipment, ensuring patient safety, and delivering education and support throughout the imaging process. As part of a dedicated team, you will contribute to early detection of breast diseases, making a significant impact on women's health. If you are passionate about radiology and patient care, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to advance your career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized School of Radiology Sciences or ARRT certification required.
• Knowledge of mammographic imaging techniques and patient monitoring during procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform mammography exams and assist during invasive procedures.
• Ensure patient safety and proper equipment operation during mammogram procedures.

Skills

Mammographic imaging techniques

Patient care and education

Radiation safety standards

Troubleshooting equipment malfunctions

Education

Graduate of a recognized School of Radiology Sciences

ARRT certification in Radiology Technology

40 hours of documented training in Mammography

Tools

Mammography equipment

Job description

Mammography Technologist (Per Diem) - Torresdale

Job Details

The Mammography Technologist performs mammography exams, screenings and diagnostic studies, and assists during invasive procedures. Via these procedures and under the direction of the physician, the Mammography Tech detects breast tissue abnormalities and presents them to the physician for diagnosis. Delivers patient care and education before, during and after diagnostic imaging procedures.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
• Operates mammography equipment and performs various mammography-related examinations to produce radiograph images for clinical screening and diagnostic purposes.
• Ensures successful procedure by ensuring appropriate patient and breast position, instructing patient throughout the procedure, and adjusting compression mechanisms and equipment controls to set exposure factors.
• Provides staff and patient protection in accordance with prescribed radiation safety standards.
• Documents patient mammogram services by completing patient record charting.
• Obtains complete and accurate history and delivers care and support services to clients before, during and after mammogram procedures, e.g. explaining procedures, answering inquiries, etc.
• Ensures operation of mammography equipment by completing preventive maintenance, use instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs, and maintaining equipment inventories.
• Performs other related technologist duties as directed by the lead technologist, supervisor or manager, including those related to quality assurance and/or control.
• Responsible for maintaining continuing education required for licenses and job position.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required)

• Knowledge of techniques and procedures used in mammographic imaging, ability to produce images of internal body structures for diagnosis and early detection of breast diseases in women.
• Knowledge of and ability to prepare patients for diagnostic/radiological imaging and to monitor patients' reactions during and after a procedure. Responds to emergent situations by applying appropriate measures.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

• Graduate of a recognized School of Radiology Sciences or current validated Registry from ARRT in Radiology Technology (R). ARRT (R), (CT) Preferred.
• Mammography Technologists initially qualifying on or after April 28, 1999 must meet the Mammo-Specific requirements by having at least 40 hours of documented training in Mammography.
• Documented training in Digital Mammography OR on the job training program agreement requirement: 3 months competency and didactic program completion from hire. Additional 5 months to attain (M) certification.
• 6 months to 1 year experience preferred.

Minimum Certifications, Registration or License Requirements

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
• ARRT certification in radiography, ARRT advanced certification in Mammography, FDA/MQSA qualified to include meeting the MQSA CE requirements of at least 15 CEU’s in a 36-month period that are Mammography specific preferred.

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Primary Location Address

10800 Knights Road, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America