Mammography Technician

Morristown, NJ 07960

Posted: 10/16/2024 Category: Health Care Job Number: lheuser4

Job Description

A-Line Staffing is now hiring Mammography Technician in Morristown NJ 07960. The Mammography Technician would be working for a Major Healthcare System and has career growth potential .

Mammography Technician Highlights:

  • Shifts:

    • 1.   Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm

       

    • 2.   9:30am-5:30pm, varying days (5 days/week)

  • Pay Range: $50 - $55 Hourly (plus mileage reimbursement)

 

 

Mammography Technician Responsibilities:

  • Performs mammographic procedure on In/Outpatients according to published department protocols.
  • Reviews each prescription, history questionnaire, and patient record prior to the examination to ensure all pertinent information is available for radiologist interpretation.
  • Performs radiologic examination with a high standard of accuracy in positioning and technical factors.
  • Practices universal precautions, and aseptic technique to prevent cross contamination.
  • Practice National Patient Safety Goals, obtaining a minimum of two patient identifiers with each and every patient.
  • Processes images using the PAC system.
  • Completed and verifies cases in a timely manner.
  • Ensures work lists are cleaned up daily.
  • Monitors and resolves Exceptions List daily.
  • Proper utilization of the Breast reporting system (PenRad), EMR and PACS systems.
  • Proper loading of external imaging and creation of necessary orders and scanning of reports into PACS system for radiologist review.
  • Analyzes each acquired image for proper positioning, proper markers, date stickers, and appropriate labels and patient identification.
  • Repeats image if presence of any factors that may deter from its diagnostic value.
  • Maintains a responsive/respectful relationship with patients.
  • Assesses and responds to patients physical, sociological/psychological needs.
  • Explains all procedures in a clear and concise manner.
  • Understands and respects cultural differences.
  • Makes use of Cyracom phone when needed for language barriers.
  • Knowledge and utilization of Vocera.
  • Maintain cleanliness of assigned work area.
  • Ensures assigned area is properly stocked with adequate supplies and required material to perform procedures.
  • Ensures cleanliness of radiographic equipment and work area.
  • Communicate efficiently with coordinators, supervisors, point person and vendors.
  • Ensures continuity and adequate follow through regarding equipment malfunctions.
  • Communicates appropriately with patients, co-workers, students, physicians, and supervisors.
  • Work in conjunction with Ultrasound to ensure a productive/comprehensive flow of patients via both modalities.
  • Performs bone density scans accurately understand of terminology and results.
  • Accurate review of interventional cases and working knowledge of interventional procedures and protocols.
  • Assists with needle localizations, and if trained, stereotactic biopsies.
  • Performs other tasks and duties as assigned.
  • Practices the ALARA principle for radiation protection.
  • Accurately and effectively performs QA as per MQSA guidelines.
  • Report problems to Clinical Engineering and supervisor.
  • Orient new employees and participates as preceptor for procedures if requested.
  • Exhibits responsible attitude with regard to attendance and tardiness.
  • Always provides notification and advance notice for absence or tardiness.
  • Always demonstrates reliability and makes every attempt to consistently report to work on time at the start of the assigned shift, even in inclement weather.

Mammography Technician Required Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience performing screening and diagnostic mammography

  • Completion of accredited course in Radiologic Technology or Mammography

  • Active state Mammography license

  • BLS

  • ARRT (R) and (M)

  • HS Diploma or equivalent

Mammography Technician Preferred Qualifications:

  • Ability to performed DEXA and Biopsy procedures that is a plus.


If you are interested in this Mammography Technician position, please apply to this posting with Luke Heuser at A-Line!

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