Mammographer II - Breast Center Department

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UNC Health Nash, an affiliated member of the UNC Health system, invites passionate healthcare professionals to join our esteemed team. Governed locally, we proudly serve a diverse patient base, spanning Nash, Edgecombe, Halifax, Wilson Counties, and beyond. With a steadfast commitment to elevating community health through exceptional care, we prioritize excellence, compassion, and innovation, ensuring every individual receives the highest standard of support. Joining our team means becoming an integral part of our dedication to wellness, where we constantly strive to redefine excellence in healthcare through state-of-the-art facilities and pioneering programs. Join us in this transformative journey, where your contributions will make a lasting impact on our community's health and wellbeing.

Summary: Produces radiographic and diagnostic studies, and mammograms 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. Must meet ACR Stereotactic biopsy technologist requirements for Breast Imaging Center of Excellence. Must be cross trained in Stereotactic biopsy and have currently 3 CEU every three years with 5 stereotactic breast biopsy procedures under supervision of a qualified physician or technologist with participating in 24 stereotactic biopsy procedure every two years for re qualifying.

Responsibilities:

• Produces routine and specialized, portable and surgical radiographs, mammograms and specialized studies to include, but not limited to:
• Obtains history and/or examination data and evaluates for contraindicating conditions;
• Reviews Radiologist's report;
• Administers contrasts by direct injection or IV line;
• Takes and monitors vital signs, and performs venipuncture;
• 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, supplies and contrasts.
• Applies radiation safety guidelines and patient protection guidelines.
• Provides emotional support, comfort, general assistance and information to patients.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care based on the age of the patients served.
• As assigned, provides instruction in the basic theory, technical skills, and application of radiologic and mammography procedures to other employees, new employees and students.

Other information:

• Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology
• 1 year of Radiographer and/ or Mammographer experience is required.
• 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.