Mammography Technologist - Per Diem

Description Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines. Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work? General Summary Statement Under the direction of a radiologist, performs high quality diagnostic imaging examinations using ingenuity, initiative and independent judgment of patients in a safe and timely manner, as ordered by physicians. Must follow physicians’ orders precisely, maintaining a high degree of accuracy in radiographic positioning and exposure and conform to regulations concerning the use of radiation to protect themselves, their patients, and their co-workers from unnecessary exposure. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Performs all necessary preparations related to mammography procedures: Obtains patient history, explains the procedure, gains consent for contrast material administration and address any patient concerns prior to beginning the procedure. Performs all necessary checks for accuracy of the prescription, precertification/authorization if required by individual insurance companies, Soarian order and patient identification. Perform all procedures following the appropriate imaging protocols. All technical factors should be appropriate for the age of the patient with consideration of the tools available for shielding and dose reduction. Compiles and reviews images, provides applicable comparison studies, and prepares documentation for interpretation. Performs quality control testing which is mandated by the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) and regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Participates in QC for annual MQSA inspection Participates in the ACR accreditation process Clean, adjust and perform routine maintenance on equipment; stock and replenish supplies as required. Proficient in departmental and hospital information technologies such as RIS, PACS, Soarian and job specific related areas. Education Training and Experience Satisfactory completion of an accredited radiologic technology program resulting in a two year certificate and/or associate degree or four year baccalaureate degree. Licensure/Certification Current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic technologists (ARRT) including mammography certification. Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives. Live Your Life's Work We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr