Per Diem - Mammographer I- Breast Center

UNC Health Care; Rocky Mount (NC); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 101.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Nash UNC Health Care's NGH Breast Center is seeking a Mammography Technologist to join the per diem team. You will perform routine and diagnostic mammograms under the clinical direction of a Radiologist, ensuring patient comfort, safety, and film quality.

The ideal candidate has an Associate degree in Radiologic Technology, ARRT Mammography registration within 12 months of hire, and may have 2 years of Radiographer or Mammographer experience. Training is provided.

Formación

• Must be mammography registered within 12 months of hire.
• Current registration with ARRT in Radiography with up-to-date CE credits.
• Advanced certification in Mammography through ARRT.
• 2 years of Radiographer and/or Mammographer experience preferred, but not required.

Responsabilidades

• Produces routine and diagnostic mammograms under radiologist direction.
• Applies shielding, immobilization and protective devices; ensures equipment is functioning and films are of clinically acceptable quality.
• Reviews radiologist reports and coordinates with physicians and staff for patient care.
• Provides instruction in mammography theory and technique to staff and students as assigned.
• Operates and maintains mammography equipment and related systems.
• Participates in quality control and quality improvement activities.
• Assists in patient education and comfort during procedures.
• Adheres to safety and regulatory guidelines for patient radiation exposure.

Conocimientos

Mammography

Radiography

Patient care

Radiation safety

Educación

Associate degree in Radiologic Technology

Descripción del empleo

Description

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

Summary

Produces mammographic images under the clinical direction of a Radiologist. Takes responsibility for film quality, patient care, safety, sterile technique and providing education for staff and students. Participates in other necessary activities in support of departmental operations. Must meet current MQSA (FDA) regulations for a practicing mammographer.

Responsibilities

1. Produces routine mammograms, diagnostic mammograms, include, but not limited to: Obtains history and/or examination data and evaluates for contraindicating conditions; Reviews Radiologist's report; Applies shielding, supportive and immobilization devices; Adjusts and controls equipment; Reviews film for clinically acceptable results and releases patients; Prepares room by gathering and setting up equipment, viewing prior images, and any supplies required.

2. Applies radiation safety guidelines and patient protection guidelines.

3. Provides emotional support, comfort, general assistance, and information to patients.

4. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care based on the age of the patients served.

5. Coordinates or collaborates with physicians and staff.

6. As assigned, provides instruction in the basic theory, technical skills, and application of mammography procedures to other employees, new employees, and students.

7. Operates and maintains mammographic equipment, computers, and other departmental equipment.

8.partcipates in quality control, quality assurance and quality improvement activities.

9. As assigned, provides instruction in the basic theory, technical skills, and application of mammogram procedures to other employees, new employees, and students.

NASH

Other information

Education Requirements

• Associate degree in Other. Graduation from an accredited school or program of Radiologic Technology.
• Must be mammography registered within 12 months of hire.

License/Certification Requirements

• Current registration with American Registry of Radiologic Technologist, with up-to-date continuing education credits
• Current advanced certification in Mammography through American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.

Professional Experience Requirements

• 2 years of Radiographer and/ or Mammographer experience is preferred, but not required.

Job Details

Legal Employer: Nash Hospitals

Entity: Nash UNC Health Care

Organization Unit: NGH Breast Center

Work Type: Per Diem

Standard Hours Per Week: 8.00

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: NASH HC

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No