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Mammogram Technician
Glen Rock, NJ
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Melissa Owens| President 

P: (386)339-0839 | E: melissa@alliedsearchpartners.com 

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Benefits:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Short and Long Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid Vacation & Holiday

  

Job Description 


Job ID: 3516896

    

Job Title: Per Diem, Part Time, or Full Time Mammogram Technician

 

Location: Glen Rock, NJ 07452


Job Responsibilities:

  • 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; answering questions.
  • Conducts mammography study by positioning breasts; adjusting compression mechanisms; 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 drapes 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.


Requirements: 


  • Current State License and ARRT registry
  • Specialized training in mammography (continuing education/certificates)
  • Continuing education- this requirement specifies that an average of 5 ECE’s/year be specific to mammography)
  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • Satisfactory completion of formal Radiologic technology training in an AMA-approved school and ability to meet requirements for registry by the American Registry of Radiologic
  • Technologists or American Registry of Clinical Radiologic Technologists
  • Mammographic Radiologic Technology certified.
  • Able to operate sophisticated computer equipment
  • Able to interact compassionately and effectively with the patients
  • Able to communicate effectively
  • Able to perform well independently
  • Able to follow detailed instructions
  • Highly self-motivated


Lifting Requirements - Must be able to stand, stoop and lift and walk without restrictions



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