Mammography Technologist

Job Description Relapath is currently recruiting for a direct-hire Mammography Technologist role. This is an excellent opportunity offering benefits, perks, and coastal living in the greater Myrtle Beach, SC area! Relocation assistance is available in the form of a sign-on bonus, with 50% paid at 30 days of employment. Are you passionate about quality and committed to excellence? Consider joining our client's team. As the Myrtle Beach region's largest health care provider, they are also one of the area's largest employers. More than 2,500 team members at more than 70 locations bring their healing mission to life each day. This Position Works independently to perform digital and 3D screening and diagnostic mammography and may also include wire and wire-free localizations, stereotactic breast biopsies, and DEXA imaging based on hospital policies and/or practice standards, under the supervision of the interpreting physician. Demonstrates an understanding of breast anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology. Maintains accuracy in breast positioning, exposure techniques, and image evaluation while adhering to radiation protection and safety standards. Understands federal regulations governing mammography practice to meet the standards for the performance of breast imaging. Knows quality assurance policies and quality control testing for mammography within federal regulation guidelines. Prepares and sets up medical supplies using aseptic techniques for stereotactic biopsies and wire needle localizations and explains procedures to patients. Assists in coverage for all outpatient and hospital locations as necessary and appropriate and may also assist with mentoring and/or training students, and new hires. What you will do in this position: Review orders prior to day of procedure to ensure accuracy and to avoid delay in patient care, and maintain, generate, and keep organized documentation for all upcoming biopsies and localizations. Gather all required documentation for the procedure including consent, outside reports and images, and uploading outside images to PACS Provide excellent patient care by educating and preparing patients for their procedure while utilizing effective communication. Ensure patient comfort and safety for the duration of their procedure by positioning and instructing patient while utilizing protective shielding, immobilization, and supportive devices as required Obtain and document accurate patient medical history to assist radiologist's interpretation Perform and complete procedures as required by physician’s order in hospital information system. Perform screening and diagnostic mammograms and Dexa imaging at applicable locations. Perform stereotactic biopsies and wire needle localizations Cleaning and maintaining all imaging equipment; selecting proper exposure factors of radiographic equipment for each examination. Complete Biopsy Quality Control before every procedure. Complete post procedure documentation including entering specimen orders Perform daily and weekly Quality Control tests on radiologist’s workstations, mammography machine, and Stereotactic equipment Request, upload, and prepare patients outside mammograms when necessary for comparison of the Radiologist's dictation Enter an order for Breast Ultrasound when required by the Radiologist and communicate with the sonographers Assist with MRI guided breast biopsies as needed. Assisting Breast surgeon/radiologist throughout the procedure Place supply orders for procedures and maintain an adequate PAR level Education Qualifications Associate's Degree from a Radiologic Technology program Required Experience Qualifications Minimum one (1) year Mammography experience Preferred Skills and Abilities Understand and utilize ALARA concepts Positioning knowledge Critical Thinking skills Excellent customer service skills Time management Effective communication Licenses and Certifications Mammography - American Registry Radiologic Technologist or registry eligible (If eligible, must become ARRT(M) certified within 24 months of hire or transfer date) Required Radiography - South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association Required Basic Life Support Certified - American Heart Association Required Physical Demand Medium Physical Demand Our client is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, gender, genetic information, familial status, or any other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr