MAMMOGRAPHY TECHNOLOGIST

Mammography Technologist (Full-Time)

The George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) continues to be a leader in providing the highest level of quality and compassionate healthcare for the D.C. Region. GW Hospital ranks 4th in the region, which includes hospitals in D.C. and parts of Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia. GW Hospital achieved "high performing" status in six specialty areas: Neurology and Neurosurgery; Orthopedics; Pulmonology and Lung Surgery; Gastroenterology and Gastrointestinal Surgery; Urology; and Geriatrics, along with receiving "high performing" designations for the following eight common procedure and condition areas: Heart Failure; Heart Attack; Kidney Failure; Leukemia, Lymphoma, and Myeloma; Prostate Cancer Surgery; Stroke; Hip Fracture; and Diabetes.

We are seeking a Mammography Technologist (Full-Time). Our ideal candidate will work under the direction of the Department Director/Manager/Lead, to perform diagnostic mammography images and is responsible for patient safety protocols. Functions as the first line interface with patients in the successful accomplishment of their mammogram. Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefit Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive compensation & generous paid time off
• Excellent medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries!

Qualifications

• 2 years prior mammography experience
• Certified mammographer through the ARRT
• Graduate from an approved school in radiologic technology
• Current ARRT certification in radiology and mammography
• Must have current BLS certification and remain current thereafter
• Able to operate a mammography unit
• Able to perform screening and diagnostic mammograms
• Familiarity with breast biopsies
• Ability to utilize critical thinking to ensure the proper procedure is being performed
• Knowledge of medical terminology

Skills

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, regulatory or accreditation requirements
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and the general public
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Demonstrates knowledge and ensures compliance with all regulatory bodies, e.g. The Joint Commission and American College of Radiology (ACR) and Title 22 standards and guidelines
• Demonstrates compliance with hospital policies and procedures at all times
• Demonstrates strong leadership, organization, communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrates ability to relate to clinical personnel and medical staff, as well as ability to interact well with the public
• Must have knowledge of PC and applications

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.