Mobile Mammography Technologist

Lehigh Valley Health Network; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking health care organization that values teamwork and excellence. This role focuses on performing breast imaging procedures, ensuring quality patient care, and contributing to departmental improvements. With a commitment to innovation and safety, you'll be part of a recognized health network dedicated to providing exceptional care. This opportunity offers a vibrant work environment where your skills will make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes and community health.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology.
• Ability to adapt to changes in the healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform breast imaging procedures including mammography.
• Assist with patient triage and quality assurance data collection.

Skills

Breast Imaging Procedures

Patient Education

Quality Assurance

Radiation Safety

Problem Solving

Education

Specialized Diploma in Radiologic Technology

Associate's Degree AAS in Radiologic Technology

Job description

Join a team that delivers excellence.

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant and diverse workforce.

Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a health care organization that's nationally recognized, forward-thinking and offers plenty of opportunity to do great work.

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.

Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.

LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.

Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary
Performs breast imaging procedures including mammography and mobile mammography.

Job Duties

• Provides input and suggestions for ongoing improvement of all departmental functions.
• Assists with breast imaging and other procedures.
• Assists with patient triage to ensure appropriate scheduling of patients and proper identification prior to imaging.
• Assists with the collection of quality assurance data, patient tracking, and outcomes data.
• Complies with hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Complies with radiation safety policies and procedures.
• Coordinates and provides patient education and counseling as indicated by patient need.
• Ensures images are upload and transferred into the network's PACS system for interpretation.
• Recommends and implements appropriate actions based on quality assurance findings.

Minimum Qualifications

• Specialized Diploma Graduate of AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology
• Less than 1 year experience in screening and diagnostic mammographic breast imaging
• Ability to initiate, accept, and adapt to constant change within a healthcare environment.
• Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
• Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to perform quality imaging and communicate with patients
• Flexibility in work hours and/or sites to meet identified needs. Performs necessary assignments as directed
• RT - Registered Technologist Radiology - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
• CMT - Certified Mammography Tech - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Within 60 Days

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's Degree AAS, Graduate of AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology
• 1 year in screening and diagnostic breast imaging or
• Experience with full-field digital mammography and/or 3D mammographic imaging

Physical Demands
Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

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