Mammographer

Job Summary Provides mammography imaging services. Job Highlights Schedule: PRN as needed Pay Range: starts at $29.46 per hour, daily pay available Shift Differentials: Available for night, weekend, and additional shifts Location: MO-SSM Health St. Clare Hospital – Fenton Primary Responsibilities Operates equipment and performs various mammography related procedures. Prepares and positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters. Explains procedures and educates patients about the role of regular mammography in preventive breast health. Develops and evaluates images for technical quality such as density contrast, definition, and distortion. Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines. Ensures prompt submission of all high‑quality images and documents to PACS (correctly marked with image quality, patient data/history). Ensures equipment is properly functioning. Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. Assists in maintaining a clean, orderly department, including procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, and other department areas. Works in a constant state of alertness and safety. Performs other duties as assigned. Education Completion of a Radiology Technology program. Experience No experience required. Physical Requirements Constant standing and walking. Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more). Frequent use of hearing and speech for oral communication. Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or detect alarms and malfunctioning machinery. Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0–25 lbs. Frequent lifting and moving of patients. Frequent reaching, gripping, and keyboard use/data entry. Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25–50 lbs. Occasional use of vision to identify and distinguish colors. Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. Rare kneeling and sitting. Required Licenses & Certifications State of Illinois: BLS HCP, ARRT‑R Radiography, ARRT‑M Mammography, Radiologic Technologist – Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) or Temporary Accreditation. State of Missouri & Oklahoma: BLS HCP, ARRT‑R Radiography, ARRT‑M Mammography. State of Wisconsin: BLS HCP, ARRT‑R Radiography, ARRT‑M Mammography, Licensed Radiographer – Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services. Work Shift Variable Shift (United States of America). Benefits SSM Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid parental leave, flexible payment options through DailyPay, and upfront tuition coverage via FlexPath. Equal Opportunity Employer SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr