Mammographer - per diem

Job Description

Position Summary :

The primary responsibility is the performance of mammography studies requiring independent judgment, extended knowledge and expertise to apply ionizing radiation for radiologic purposes.

Education, License & Cert :

High school diploma and graduation from an accredited JRCERT Radiologic Technology Program.

Certification required; ARRT(M) mammography certified within two years of employment.

Experience :

Minimum of six months.

Essential Functions :

• Performs as a part of the radiology team to insure excellence, teamwork, and patient centeredness. a. Contributes to a positive work environment through their interactions with other staff, both internal and external; maintains positive work relationships. b. Responds in a prompt and courteous manner to requests and inquiries, keeps other staff and patients informed. c. Accepts criticism, is open to new ideas, and handles conflict constructively and diplomatically; works through conflict for positive solutions / results. 2. Performs mammographic radiologic exams a. Adjusts mammography equipment in selecting the proper radiographic techniques for optimum image quality. b. Positions patients to obtain image standards set by the ACR and MQSA. c. Reviews all images to ensure acceptable quality and completeness for diagnostic purposes. 3. Obtains an accurate medical history on each patient

Other Duties :

About Us

Joining the Guthrie team allows you to become a part of a tradition of excellence in health care. In all areas and at all levels of Guthrie, you’ll find staff members who have committed themselves to serving the community.

The Guthrie Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Guthrie Clinic is a non-profit, integrated, practicing physician-led organization in the Twin Tiers of New York and Pennsylvania. Our multi-specialty group practice of more than 500 physicians and 302 advanced practice providers offers 47 specialties through a regional office network providing primary and specialty care in 22 communities. Guthrie Medical Education Programs include General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Anesthesiology and Orthopedic Surgery Residency, as well as Cardiovascular, Gastroenterology and Pulmonary Critical Care Fellowship programs. Guthrie is also a clinical campus for the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine.