Mammography Technologist Per Diem / Willingboro

Virtua; Willingboro Township (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Virtua is seeking a Mammography Technologist to perform a range of breast imaging procedures in accordance with MQSA/FDA standards. You will travel to five Virtua sites including Willingboro, Cherry Hill, Camden, Voorhees, and Mount Holly, and participate in Saturday rotations at Cherry Hill.

The role requires at least one year of mammography experience, ARRT certification, NJDEP licensure, and advanced Mammography credential.

Qualifications

• MQSA/FDA standards knowledge required.
• Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technology program.
• Advanced Mammography credential recommended; ARRT certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform standard, diagnostic and special mammography views with implants, spot compression, and magnification.
• Contribute to MQSA inspections and ACR accreditation readiness.
• Prepare patient and procedure room; assist radiologist with needle localizations and biopsies where applicable.
• Use RIS, PACS and ADW workflows effectively.
• Support diagnostic radiology staff during high volume or short-staff periods.

Skills

MQSA/FDA standards knowledge

Radiology equipment operation

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology

Job description

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

* One-year commitment *

Work Schedule:

Must be willing and able to travel to any of the 5 sites (Willingboro, Cherry Hill, Virtua Lourdes Camden, Voorhees, Mount Holly) and be on the Saturday rotation at Cherry Hill (7:30am to 12:00pm).

Must work at least 1 shift per month, if it's available.

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:

• Understand 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.