Mammography Technologist

Title: Mammography Technologist - WCINYP (Part-Time) Location: Upper East Side Org Unit: WCINYP Mammography Work Days Weekly Hours: 35.00 Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Salary Range: $53.46 - $62.47 (NYC offices) Position Summary Under general guidance, operates mammography and stereotactic biopsy equipment to assist in the safe and efficient diagnosis and assessment of patient conditions, in accordance with established procedures. New Hire Bonus Date of hire: $2,500 6 months: $5,000 1 year: $2,500 Job Responsibilities Maintains inventory of supplies, equipment and/or reagents; orders supplies/equipment/reagents as authorized or escalated appropriately; receives supply orders and confirms accuracy of delivery; assists with cost control. Assists current and new employees in the use of systems/equipment and departmental policies and procedures. Recognizes problems/malfunctions of equipment; assists in making minor adjustments; monitors appropriate service action by outside contractors; performs preventive maintenance. Greets registered patients at time of visit, triages patients through the patient flow process, checks schedules and accompanies patients to exam/procedure room, assists patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing and preparing for exam. Reviews and verifies patient identity, history and requisition for exam to be performed. Takes appropriate scans to determine areas of possible pathology, modifies testing parameters under direction to ensure accurate imaging. Processes and archives images in accordance with established procedures. Inputs patient history information at time of exam/test into the practice management system; scans relevant medical documentation related to patient's case. Ensures patient safety is maintained at all times. Responsible for maintaining a sterile environment and ensures standard infection control precautions are observed. Performs mammography and stereotactic scans of patient as requested by clinical requisition, explains procedure to patient prior to scan and answers any questions throughout scan. Education High School Diploma Experience Approximately 2 years of experience working as a mammography technologist. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Experience as registered technologist in another radiology modality may be applicable. Graduate of approved school of radiography. Licenses and Certifications Current, active and unrestricted New York State License in Radiographic Technology (R). ARRT (M) Certification – required to obtain within 6 months to 1 year of the hire date. BLS Certification (issued by the American Heart Association). Working Conditions / Physical Demands This position requires the occasional lifting of equipment and patients; may require working on weekends and also flexibility to work in the evenings. Equal Employment Opportunity Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world-class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of "any person, any study." No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual's genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We hire based on merit, and encourage people from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Consistent with federal law, Cornell engages in affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRRA) and qualified individuals with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr