mammography technologist

Company: Rezolut
Location: Fair Lawn
Posted on: September 4, 2024

Job Description:

Fair Lawn Imaging, a Rezolut company, is seeking a Mammography Technologist to join our team

Who is Rezolut?

Rezolut is a national emerging platform of diagnostic medical imaging services. With focus on four key platforms, our vision is to provide topnotch patient care partnered with innovative technology - to achieve better health outcomes.We provide high-quality, cost-effective, fixed-site outpatient diagnostic imaging as well as mobile imaging and health services. In each of our regions, we are the best in radiology, offering all radiology services

Job Summary
The Mammo will perform screening and diagnostic exams and work with the team to ensure all ACR and MQSA regulations are followed.
Our ideal teammate:
Is a self-directed learner who is willing to apply direct feedback and continuously and humbly self-assess in order to grow personally and professionally.Will work under general guidance with some expectation of autonomy.
Has excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong attention to detail.
Has the ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
Acts with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Essential Functions of a Mammography Technologist

Greets patients by confirming patient identification; reviewing imaging request; checking for special instructions; confirming anticipated service with patients.
Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of imaging procedures; explaining equipment; answering questions.Conducts mammography study by positioning breasts; adjusting compression mechanisms; instructing patient to hold breath; retreating to lead protected area; adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors; activating equipment to take image; releasing compression mechanisms; preparing for next positioning and view.Minimizes radiation to patient and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques.Maintains production and quality of mammograms by following established standards and procedures; developing mammograms; observing mammogram results; determining necessary adjustments for optimum results; retaking mammograms as required; forwarding completed studies to radiologist for interpretation.Ensures operation of mammography equipment by completing preventive maintenance; instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories.
Keeps mammography supplies and patient gowns ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; collecting and processing laundry.
Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following, and enforcing standards and procedures.
Documents patient mammogram services by completing patient record charting.
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.

Education and Experience

Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technology program
ARRT Certification
Current BLS Certification

What We Offer

Immediately accrue PTO as you work (Full Time)
6 Observed Holidays
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and other voluntary insurances for full-time employees
401(k) Retirement plan
Employee Assistance Program
Rezolut University, a career pathways program to help further your career

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

Part-time/ 12 hours per week, 2 evenings and Saturday

Keywords: Rezolut, New York , mammography technologist, Healthcare , Fair Lawn, New York