Mammography Technologist - Per Diem

Job Summary

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We are hiring for Per Diem Mammography Technologist at our Limerick Outpatient Center:

• Per Diem:
  Minimum 48 hours in a 6-week schedule; no holiday or on call coverage required.

• administers ionizing radiation when performing screening and/or diagnostic mammograms according to established protocols.
• demonstrates an understanding of breast anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology as they relate to the procedure.
• Maintains a high degree of accuracy in breast positioning, exposure techniques, and subsequent evaluation of imaging parameters to optimize patient imaging and care while adhering to radiation protection and safety standards.
• integrates technical skills, patient interaction, and care to obtain viable diagnostic information as ordered by the physician.
• utilizes independent professional judgment and critical thinking to obtain the resultant diagnostic information when possible and seeks direction from a MQSA qualified interpreting physician or lawful institutional policies (or standards of care) to continue or discontinue the exam.
• remains sensitive to the physical, cultural and emotional needs of the patient through good communication, patient assessment, patient monitoring, and patient care skills in a non-judgmental and non-discriminatory manner.

Education Requirements

• Post High School Diploma Program

Experience

• Relevant Experience

Certification and Licensure

• BLS Certification
• ARRT Certification and Board Certified in Mammography
• RT (R) (M) (ARRT)