Technologist-Mobile Mammography

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Jonesboro is seeking a skilled Radiologic Technologist specialized in mammography. This role involves performing imaging procedures, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety protocols are met. Applicants must have completed a formal education program in radiography and hold current registration with ARRT in Mammography. A valid BLS certification is necessary within 30 days of hire. Join a dedicated team to provide essential health services in a community-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 6 months experience in specialty area as required to meet all Mammo competencies.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes appropriate techniques for optimal imaging procedures.
• Operates mammography equipment and performs procedures.
• Maintains and ensures safety of equipment and work area.

Skills

Basic computer literacy skills

Education

Completion of a formal education program in radiography

Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

Job description

Overview

Perform imaging procedures/treatments according to radiology practice standards in order to aid in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease. Work may be performed in mobile health unit, clinic or hospital setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiologic principles/theory and utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments, as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results.
• Operates mammography equipment and performs mammography procedures.
• Assists in developing a network of community stakeholders necessary to coordinate effective events with the mobile unit in surrounding areas.
• Promotes the services of mobile Mammography, Baptist, and the need for screening mammography in assigned areas.
• Completes documentation as required to comply with policies and procedures.
• Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment areas, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Specifications

Experience

6 months experience in specialty area as required to meet all Mammo competencies at the end of orientation period.

Education

Completion of a formal education program in radiography accredited by a mechanism acceptable to ARRT. Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists with current Registry in Mammography ARRT(M). Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire date.

Training

Special Skills: Basic computer literacy skills required.

Licensure

ARRT(R), ARRT(M); BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE.

Functional Demands

Functional Demands Rating: Sedentary Light Medium Heavy. Activity Level Throughout Workday: Physical Activity Requirements – Sitting, Standing, Walking, Climbing, Carry objects, Push/Pull, Twisting, Bending, Reaching Forward, Reaching Overhead, Squat/Kneel/Crawl, Wrist position deviation, Pinching/fine motor activities, Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Taste or smell, Talk or hear, Continuous. Sensory Requirements: Color Discrimination Near Vision Far Vision Depth Perception Hearing. Environmental Requirements: Blood-Borne Pathogens, Chemical, Anticipated Airborne Communicable Diseases, Anticipated Extreme Temperatures, Not Anticipated Radiation, Anticipated Uneven Surfaces or Elevations, Anticipated Extreme Noise Levels, Anticipated Dust/Particular Matter.