Mammography Technologist - Mammog
Company: RadNet
Location: New York
Posted on: January 27, 2023
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Job Description:
Signing Bonus Offered!We invite you to come join the RadNet
Radiology team as a Mammography Technologist.The Mammography
Technologist is responsible for screening and performing diagnostic
mammography procedures. The person in this position responds to
patient questions and concerns regarding exam procedures and
process, while maintaining professional and exercising
confidentiality regarding personal health information. This person
is responsible for all paperwork associated with technical
procedures and responds to physician questions and needs regarding
patient procedures. Some technologists may work under the direct
medical supervision of a physician during certain procedures.As a
Mammography Technologist, you will have the opportunity to:Perform
a variety of tasks involving the operation of mammographic
equipment and other equipment/devices as appropriate.Position
patients and uses immobilization if necessary.Select proper mode to
produce correct exposure factors.Evaluate images for diagnostic
quality, obtaining additional images as needed.Prepares and sets up
medical supplies using aseptic techniques if appropriate. Explain
procedures to patients.Provide orientation, education, and training
to student/new mammographers.Produce high quality diagnostic images
in a timely manner while providing excellent patient care.Monitors
patients' well-being during exam; recognizes patient discomfort or
medical problems and takes appropriate action.Understands and uses
compression, exposure modes, filter, KvP, Mas, grid selection,
focal spot size, AEC selection, photo cell selection and other
adjustments and factors on the equipment in order to produce high
quality images.Use ALARA concept to minimize patient radiation
doses. Documents and reports any over-exposure and advises
management immediately.Checks patient history, and obtains
appropriate signed waivers, if necessary.Consult with radiologist
when necessary to determine appropriate exam.Assist radiologist(s)
with stereotactic breast biopsies and other interventional
procedures if needed.Checks referral for appropriate study based on
patient history.Conduct daily, weekly and monthly QC testing to
ensure the quality control functions related to
mammography.Participate in projects and completes other tasks as
assigned by management.Shift: Monday through Friday 8:00am 4:30pmWe
offer career advancement opportunities & benefits including:
medical / dental / vision coverage, paid time off, paid holidays, a
pre-tax 401k plan, a pre-tax flexible spending plan, education
reimbursement, free life insurance, inter-company transfer
opportunities, hands-on training, and a host of other perks! Work
today, get paid today! We've partnered with DailyPay, a voluntary
benefit to offer employees access to their pay on their own
schedule.Become a valued member of our growing company by
submitting your resume.#MTech123Requirements:We are looking for
experienced and professional Mammography Technologists. You must
have a High School Diploma, current ARRT(R) certification, CPR, and
state licenses in Diagnostic Radiologic Technology and Mammographic
Radiologic Technology.Pay Range: $28.80 $48.20 / hour
Keywords: RadNet, New York , Mammography Technologist - Mammog, Healthcare , New York, New York
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