Mammography Technologist Per Diem

The Mammography Technologist performs diagnostic mammographic and stereotactic examinations on patients based on department procedures and under direction of Department Section Chief, Site Manager and Network Director of Women’s Imaging. The position will require a significant degree of judgment in the performance of assigned duties. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for the successful technical continuity of care for patients during mammography and/or stereotactic procedures. Communicates to radiologists/surgeons clinical observations made during mammographic/ stereotactic examinations. Presents clinical history as recorded on appropriate documentation to radiologist/surgeon. Assists with breast localizations performed using mammography guidance. Demonstrates competency in the knowledge of the RIS/HIS/ and the mammography reader system appropriate to their job responsibilities. Assists in gathering and recording QA data for the Radiology Quality Assurance/ Performance Improvement Program. Assures that Quality Control is completed on equipment. Teaches and trains students in their specified technology, if site applicable. Maintains ACR mammography quality assurance criteria. Maintains responsibility for own professional development through active participation in-services and/or continuing education programs. Provides educational information to the patient regarding their examination. PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS Frequent use of fingers and hands for positioning, operating equipment and in charting information. Pushing, pulling and lifting of body parts and objects of up to 30 pounds. Walking and standing for up to 6 hours per day at increments of 30 minutes. Sitting for up to 2 hours per day in 15 minute increments. Often lifts arms above shoulder level. Occasional stooping, bending and crouching. Hearing as it relates to normal conversation. Seeing as it relates to normal vision. EDUCATION Graduate from an ARRT recognized education program, or ARRT registered, or ARRT registry eligible. ARRT registered in Mammography preferred. ARRT registered in Mammography required within 1 year of hire date. NJ staff must be registered before date of hire. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Minimum of 1-year staff technologist preferred. At least 1-year experience in mammography preferred. History of computer usage experience required. Continuing education a must on an ongoing basis to assure quality studies. Current CPR certification required. Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr