Mammography Technologist
Hackensack, NJ
Modern Healthcare Solutions
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary

The Mammography Technologist is responsible for performing mammography examinations in accordance with ACR requirements. This position also assists with breast ultrasound, stereotactic biopsy, breast localization, and other radiologic guided procedures performed within the Breast Center.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic and screening mammographic examinations on adult, adolescent, and geriatric patients efficiently and professionally.
• Conduct mammographic imaging for breast needle localization procedures and stereotactic procedures, including setup and cleanup.
• Assist in procedures utilizing ultrasound guidance.
• Provide immobilization devices, select appropriate technical factors based on individual patient needs, and operate equipment for specific procedures.
• Ensure patient films are accurately labeled with the correct name, x-ray number, and marked for the side of the patient, including initialing all films.
• Develop exposed x-ray films using established processing methods.
• Complete patient requisitions with appropriate technologist’s initials, date, and film size.
• Participate in quality control procedures, documenting actions such as phantom image tests, darkroom fog tests, screen-film contact tests, repeat analyses, and processor quality control, as delegated.
• Assist with breast self-examination (BSE) instruction and other patient education, providing pre and post-procedure guidance.
• Prepare cases for imaging by organizing necessary charts and films.
• Assist in compiling statistics related to patient follow-ups, breast localizations, biopsies, and ultrasound examinations.
• Document procedures adhering to quality control and quality assurance standards for mammography in compliance with ACR, MQSA, state, and FDA regulations.
• Maintain documentation in the Breast Center chart related to patient information and procedures.
• Identify the needs of patients and provide care tailored to demographic factors such as age, culture, and language proficiency.
• Communicate effectively with patients, parents, and primary caregivers, considering their developmental and educational levels.
• Perform additional duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adhere to organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of prior experience as a Licensed Mammography Technologist.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Radiologic Technology.

Certifications & Licensure

• Must have ARRT certification.
• Mammography certification must be obtained within the first three months of employment.
• Active Diagnostic Radiography License is required.

Schedule Notes

• Shift: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, 5 days a week.
• Contract Duration: 13 Weeks.
• Rotating every other weekend (with weekends alternating every couple of months).
• No holidays are required.

Location

This position is based in the Breast Center located in [City, State].