Mammography Technologist I

The best thing about this role

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

What you'll do

The Mammography Technologist I will perform radiologic and mammographic imaging using ALARA principles. Provides prompt, efficient, courteous services to patients while taking high-quality radiographs. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Performs mammography, DEXA (as needed), and diagnostic radiography examinations, and maintains up-to-date mammography CE credits.

Maintains equipment for proper diagnostic imaging

Consults with radiologist when necessary

Accepts patients and verifies correct preparation for exam ordered / explains procedure to patient

Reports equipment issues to supervisor and calls in service as necessary

Quality controls all images, maintains inventory and adheres to safety regulations / ALARA

Relies on extensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology to obtain the maximum diagnostic image corresponding to the body part being imaged to limit the need for repeated exposure

Attends all required safety training programs and can describe his / her responsibilities related to general safety, department / service safety, and specific job-related hazards

Maintains an excellent quality of x-ray radiographs with a minimum of a 5% repeat rate as randomly checked by Leadership

Performs mammography x-ray examinations in accordance with the ACR guidelines

Develops the x-ray radiographs including the evaluation of films for technical quality

Prepares, identifies and / or administers medication as prescribed by a licensed practitioner

Explains all procedures to patients and answers any questions or concerns regarding the test as seen in patient surveys and noted by the leader

Transports patients to and from the room when required as designated by the leader

If applicable : provides fluoroscopic assistance to the Radiologists, setting up sterile trays, preparing and dispensing barium or other chemical mixtures as necessary, and assists in the positioning of patients during fluoroscopic examination as noted by the Radiologist

Selects appropriate technical factors on an individual patient basis and operates equipment

Participates in quality assurance of all equipment and processing according to ACR guidelines

Assists the Radiologist with mammography biopsy as observed by the Radiologist, where applicable

Checks instrument calibrations daily; performs quality control procedures daily on equipment as noted by leader

Maintains records of examination data and other patient information on all mammography patients as noted by leader

Maintains mammography x-ray processing quality assurance as noted by leader

Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance and quality control program, as described by the mammography quality assurance standards and the American College of Radiology (ACR) as noted by leader

Enhances professional growth and development through educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops

Maintains competence through continuing education

Maintains appropriate continuing education credits to keep up licensure as recorded by leader

Maintains a good working relationship with Radiology students that complete their clinical within our department as observed by leader

Maintains adequate level of inventory in all rooms

Cleans and organizes x-ray rooms after patient use as observed by leader

Attends the necessary meetings to keep up with changes within the department

Attends monthly department meetings 90-95% of the time as recorded in the meeting minutes

Performs other duties as required

What we need from you

Education :

Satisfactory completion of a formal radiology technology training program in an AMA approved school, required

Before performing breast exams, completion of Mammography Quality Standard Act regulations of completion of 40 hours of documented training specific to mammography is required

Experience :

• New Graduates accepted

License / Certification :

NYS license (NYS Temporary Permit for new graduates) required

BLS certification is required

ARRT Registered as a Radiologic Technologist within 180 days from date of hire, required

NYS Registered as a Radiologic Technologist within 180 days from date of hire, required

ARRT M Certification within 2 years of hire / within job role (career ladder promotion), preferred

Skills : Clinical Skills

Computer Skills

Multi-Tasking

Customer Service

Critical Thinking

Interacting with People

Maintain Confidentiality

Time Management

Quality Control

Reliability

Physical Requirements :

Heavy Work - Exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and / or up to 50 lbs of force frequently, and / or up to 20 lbs, of force constantly to move objects

Occasional balancing, climbing, kneeling, stooping

Occasional fit testing

Frequent crouching, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, standing, talking, walking

Constant typing / clerical / dexterity, grasping, hearing, repetitive motion, seeing / monitor / computer use

Hazards :

Working Conditions :

Travel :

Total Rewards

Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include :

Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability protection

Retirement benefits including an employer match

And more!

Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and / or position.

Pay Range

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.

Pay Range Minimum : USD $36.76 / Hr.

Pay Range Maximum : USD $55.13 / Hr.

We love the difference people bring

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.