Mammography Technologist

36324 Atrium Health Lincoln
- Mammography

Full time

Yes

40

• Monday
  - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• rotating evening and weekends as necessary
• This position is sign on bonus eligible. Based on eligibility.

$33.05 - $49.60

Atrium Health Lincoln is committed to providing exceptional healthcare and superior patient experiences. The 101-bed hospital, located in the heart of Lincolnton, NC, is the only acute care hospital in the county.

Verifies patient  andvalidatesproof of identity.

Reviews patient mammography medical history and correlatespriormammograms to ensure the correct examination is being performed.

Performs digital imaging acquisition and recognizes factors that affect image acquisition, display, archiving, and retrieval.

Evaluates technical quality of images and consults with a radiologist if needed.

Assists radiologist during invasive procedures and practices proper steriletechniquein the assembling of necessary supplies.

Reports malfunctioning equipment to the department supervisor. Performs troubleshooting and minor repair procedures under the direction of clinical engineering.

Maintains patient records to include completing orders correctly, charging exams andsuppliesand verifying correct exam wassent to PACS.

ARRT certification in Radiology and advanced registry from the ARRT in Mammography within six months of hire required.

BLS required.

Graduate of an accredited two-year AMA and ARRT approved program in Radiologic Technology required. The R.T. must have met the federal mammography training requirements as specified in the Mammography Quality Standards Act of1992(MQSA).

This position requires moderate to heavy physical efforts in lifting and moving patients,equipment and supplies. Must be able to push, pull, and lift weights of up to 600 pounds with assistance. Requires frequent standing, sitting, walking,bendingandlifting.

Required to stretch, bend, twist, squat, and kneel in the daily operation of the Mammography department. Exposure to various physical conditions such as walking on hard surfaces and climbing stairs. Able to adapt to changes in temperature and humidity. Required to use radiation safety guidelines to prevent exposure to ionizing radiation.

All responsibilities and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only responsibilities to be performed by an employee occupying this job or position. Employees must follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by their leaders.

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

• Incentive pay for select positions

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

• Paid Time Off programs

• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

• Educational Assistance Program

Note:

Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

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