Mammography Tech

Job Title

Employment Type: Part time

Shift: Day Shift

Description

Why Saint Joseph Health System? Saint Joseph Health System is a not-for-profit, multi-hospital health system located in North Central Indiana.

Our system includes:

• 254-bed acute-care hospital at the Mishawaka Medical Center
• 58-bed acute-care hospital at the Plymouth Medical Center
• More than 85 providers in the Saint Joseph Physician Network

What we offer:

• Benefits first day of employment (including: medical, dental, vision, PTO, life, STD/LTD)
• Competitive compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental and vision coverage
• Retirement savings account with employer match
• Generous paid time off programs
• Employee referral incentive program
• Tuition/professional development reimbursement

Job Duties

1. Prepares patient for mammogram by transporting patient between waiting and exam room, ensuring proper identification of patient; introducing self, assisting patient with gowning and dressing, explaining procedure, positioning patient in order to obtain quality studies, while being aware of patient's anxiety level and discomfort.

2. Obtains necessary clinical information from patient and/or patient's chart and records.

3. Sets priorities and demonstrates ability to facilitate patient care.

4. Performs various quality control duties including, but not limited to obtaining a sensitometer strip and checking with a densitometer proving acceptable limits before performing mammography studies.

5. Participates in unit activities, including, but not exclusive to division and staff meetings.

6. Maintains professional and technological competencies as well as requirements such as CPR and TB Test.

7. Assists in training and proctoring mammography technologists.

Job Specifications and Core Competencies

Education: Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.

Licensure: Current registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and a licensed Radiographer in the state of Indiana. Earned the advanced certificate in mammography from the ARRT, or completed a training course in mammography and will be taking the ARRT advanced certificate in mammography within 60 days.

Experience: Minimum of one year as a Radiologic Technologist. One year of experience in mammography preferred.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.