Mammography Technologist Per Diem / Willingboro

Virtua Health; Willingboro Township (NJ); On-site; USD 5,786,000 - 7,990,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Virtua Health in Willingboro, NJ is seeking a Mammography Technologist to perform diagnostic mammography procedures in accordance with MQSA and FDA standards.

You will prepare the patient and equipment, assist radiologists with needle localizations or stereotactic biopsies where applicable, and ensure quality control and QA/QC duties.

Requires ARRT certification in Mammography, NJDEP licensure, and graduation from an accredited Radiology program; CPR preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of Mammography Technologist experience.
• Knowledge of MQSA/FDA standards.
• ARRT certification in Mammography required.

Responsibilities

• Position involves positioning and acquiring standard, diagnostic and special mammography views.
• Perform QA/QC per MQSA and assist with MQSA inspection readiness.
• Assist radiologist with needle localizations, stereotactic biopsies and galactograms where applicable.
• Demonstrate proficient use of RIS, PACS, Web viewer, and ADW workstation.
• Support radiology workflow during high volume or staffing shortages.

Skills

MQSA knowledge

Mammography

Radiology safety

Team collaboration

Education

Radiology Tech degree

Tools

PACS

RIS

Job description

New to Virtua hires are eligible for sign on bonus of $500

• One-year commitment *

Summary

Performs mammography procedures in accordance with approved techniques and FDA/MQSA standards.

Supports Virtua Mission and Vision statement and upholds Virtua values and Star behaviors. Adheres to all Virtua policies and procedures.

Position Responsibilities

• Understands the general principles of breast positioning and demonstrates the ability to perform all standard, diagnostic and special views to include magnification, spot compression and patients with implants. Demonstrates the ability to evaluate mammograms/radiographs for quality such as positioning and exposure techniques.
• Competently performs assigned QA/QC responsibilities in accordance with FDA/MQSA guidelines. Ensure that mammography department is prepared for successful completion of annual MQSA inspection. Participate in successful completion of ACR Accreditation process.
• Prepares the patient, procedure room and assist the radiologist in performing breast needle localizations, stereotactic biopsies and galactograms, where applicable.
• Demonstrates appropriate and effective use of RIS, PACS, Web viewer, ADW workstation and other hospital based computer or PC system.
• Supports diagnostic radiology staff in completion of daily workload during times of short staffing and/or increased volume. ( Virtua South divisions)

Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required

Minimum of (1) one year of experience as a Mammography Technologist preferred and possess knowledge of MQSA/FDA standards.

Required Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology

Training/Certifications/Licensure

Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (A.R.R.T.) and NJDEP licensure required.

Advanced certification in Mammography by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (A.R.R.T.).

CPR certification desired.

Salary:

$50.00 - $50.00 Hourly

Benefits:

Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.