Mammography Technologist PRN

2310 AU Medical Center, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System is seeking a Mammography Technologist to perform screening and diagnostic breast and bone density exams under the direction of Radiologists and/or Managers. The role emphasizes ALARA principles and high-quality imaging across patient ages.

Required credentials include ARRT-M and ARRT-R, with at least 2 years of diagnostic radiography experience and 1 year breast imaging. Strong communication and patient care skills are essential for this position at Wellstar facilities in

Qualifications

• Accredited Radiologic Technology program completion is required.
• Ability to operate radiographic equipment and perform exams.
• Strong patient communication and customer service skills required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge in Breast and Bone Density Imaging and adheres to ALARA principles.
• Performs a variety of exams including Breast and Bone Density imaging.
• Evaluates images for technical quality and performs post-processing.
• Ensures proper patient identification and records; provides patient-focused care.
• Assists Radiologist with procedures and protocols and complies with Wellstar policies.

Skills

Radiographic equipment operation

Verbal and written communication

Patient service skills

Breast imaging knowledge - preferred

Education

Accredited Radiologic Technology program

Job description

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Work Shift Various (United States of America)

Job Summary

The Mammography Technologist performs screening and diagnostic breast and bone density exams and procedures on patients of all ages to provide physicians with data for diagnostic purposes. The Mammography Technologist works under the direction of a Radiologist and/or Manager.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions

• Demonstrates sound knowledge in the performance of Breast and Bone Density Imaging while adhering to department protocol and standards and applies the principles of ALARA to minimize exposure to patients, self and others.
• Performs a variety of exams including Breast and Bone Density imaging.
• Evaluates images for technical quality.
• Performs post processing of data and ensures proper patient identification is recorded.
• Provides optimal patient care and assumes responsibility for the patient's needs during their procedures and exemplifies the philosophy of Patient Family Centered care to all.
• Applies the principles of patient safety during all aspects of patient care.
• Identifies and responds to emergency situations in an appropriate manner.
• Strictly adheres to the principles of aseptic technique and hand washing policies.
• Assists the Radiologist with procedures and protocols.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education

Accredited Program Radiologic Technology

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)

• BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor
• ARRT-M - ARRT Mammography
• ARRT-R - ARRT Radiography

Required Minimum Experience

• Minimum 2 years Diagnostic Radiography/X-Ray.
• Required or Minimum 1 year Breast imaging

Required Minimum Skills

• Ability to operate Radiographic equipment
• Ability to communicate verbally and written
• Possess excellent patient/customer service skills
• Operate Breast Imaging Unit- Preferred
• Knowledge of Mammography positioning techniques-Preferred

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Mission, Vision & Values

OUR MISSION: To enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve.

OUR VISION: Deliver world-class healthcare to every person, every time.

OUR VALUES: We serve with compassion We pursue excellence We honor every voice

Culture of Excellence Wellstar consistently receives attention and accolades from national organizations that set the standards for world-class care. Our system-wide practice of safety principles, assessing and addressing errors and seeking feedback from our patients and customers continually earns recognition for advances in safety and quality. Featured on the FORTUNE "100 Best Companies to Work For" list and Seramount 100 Best Companies list, we not only provide top-notch care for our patients, but also foster the culture of Wellstar as a Great Place to Work.