Job posting – X-ray/Mammography Technologist 2-13-2020

Posted February 13, 2020

POSITION:                X-Ray/Mammography Technologist

LOCATION:               Turnersville

HOURS:                    Monday – Thursday – 4pm – 9pm, Friday – 12 noon – 5pm

SUMMARY – Performs x-ray/mammographic examinations as requested by ordering physicians ensuring excellence in customer care.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Acquire quality images always
• Implement ALARA and Image gently ensuring protecting patients and coworkers from radiation hazard
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with all HIPAA and Corporate Compliance regulations
• Identify patients and reaffirm patient records are correct as well as referring physician accuracy
• Implement sterile and infection control procedures
• Request, retrieve and track previous studies for comparison purposes
• Maintain quality control checks for equipment integrity and cleanliness
• Maintain exam rooms including maintaining necessary supplies
• Knowledge of x-ray equipment
• Monthly, semi-annual and annual QC
• Punctuality and regular attendance
• All other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES – This position has no supervisory responsibilities

QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of certificate of training in x-ray/mammography, ARRT licensure in both with clinical experience.
• Current, valid NJ State DEP license

Training and Experience

• Completion of certification of training in x-ray and mammography

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

• Working knowledge of anatomy, positioning, medical terminology
• Knowledge of radiation safety
• Knowledge of filming/PACS and RIS
• Ability to work with others
• Genuine desire to want to help others
• Ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing.

Physical Demands of the Position – Position requires standing and walking 80-90% of designated shift. Position requires lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, stooping and twisting.

Working Conditions

• Patient contact
• Assist patients on and off exam tables as indicated
• Radiation exposure
• Potential for exposure to blood and body fluids
• Contact with coworkers, patients and their family members, physicians, referring physicians and their office staff

Disclaimer:  the preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job