Mammography /Xray Tech, Registered QA Specialist

RWJBarnabas Health; Jersey City (NJ); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Registered QA Specialist (Per Diem, Day shift) in Jersey City. The role involves performing radiographic procedures, assisting Radiologists, and ensuring compliance with patient safety protocols. Candidates should have at least 3 years of Mammography experience, be licensed by the State of New Jersey, and maintain required certifications. A flex schedule is required, with some weekends involved. Join a team dedicated to quality patient care and advanced diagnostic imaging.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in Mammography.
• Licensed by the State of New Jersey, NJ DEP.
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.

Responsibilities

• Assist Radiologists with special examinations.
• Competent in the operation of all diagnostic equipment.
• Review and retrieve requests/reports.

Skills

Mammography experience

Competence in diagnostic equipment operation

Team coordination

Education

Graduate of approved School of Radiologic Technology

Job description

Position: Registered QA Specialist (Per Diem, Day shift).

Location: Jersey City Medical Center, Department: O/P Radiology-Satellite I.

Job Overview

Performs proper radiographic procedures as required by physician orders. Provides patient service using diagnostic, portable and fluoroscopic equipment. Technologist is competent in the production of quality radiographs for proper treatment and diagnosis by physician.

Qualifications

• Graduate of approved School of Radiologic Technology
• Minimum 3 years experience Mammography
• Multiple Modality experience, preferred

Certifications and Licenses Required

• Licensed by the State of New Jersey, NJ DEP
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
• Mammography Certification
• Maintains required BLS Heart Saver / Health Care Provider course completion

Scheduling Requirements

• Flex Schedule
• 2 Saturdays per month required
• Additional Shifts for PTO/Vacation Coverage; weekday and weekend shifts availability a plus

Essential Functions

• Assists Radiologists with special examinations
• Competent in the operation of all diagnostic equipment, including portable, fluoroscopic and mammography studies
• Competent in the use of the computerized system
• Is able to review and retrieve requests/reports
• Correctly complies with all national patient safety goals and risk reduction procedures and associated policies as applicable to scope of practice
• Follows through on all reported equipment problems with appropriate source ex: manufacture, Bio-Medical
• Knows proper positioning and technical factors that meet all criteria for quality radiographs
• Maintain appropriate records and data on repairs and sensitometry/densitometry
• Maintain proper maintenance of cassettes
• Maintains clean examining area
• Maintains film processors and appropriate levels of films in all areas
• Perform radiographic procedures as required by physician within appointment protocols and standard timeframes based on procedure
• Properly prepares patients for diagnostic imaging
• Uses 2 patient identifiers before initiating procedures
• Properly prepares room and equipment for diagnostic imaging
• Provides for basic care and comfort needs of the patient
• Provides supervision of the diagnostic staff and coordinates all daily activities relative to the operation of the diagnostic section
• Understands principles of asepsis when performing using the C-arm in an OR setting
• Utilizes proper body mechanics in assisting or transferring patients to X-ray table from wheelchair or stretcher

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer