Mammography Technologist

Job Title: Mammography Technologist

Location: Newark Beth Israel

Req#: 0000194844

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Evening

Department name: Radiology Diagnostic

Job Overview:

Performs mammography procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision in accordance to the policies and procedures of the ACC Breast Center. Exercises professional judgment in performance and patient care. Correctly utilizes the Radiology Information System to facilitate patient functions. Practices radiation protection safely routinely.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Graduate of Accredited School of Allied Health Program of Radiography
• Current license to practice in the state of New Jersey ARRT
• Registration Mammography Certification

Preferred

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Mammography Certification

Scheduling Requirements:

• Evening
• Full-Time

Essential Functions:

• Reviews the requisition and prescription to ensure that the proper exam has been arrived.
• Verifies the patient name, date of birth and history, and enters all information into the Penrad.
• Performs the procedure to ensure patient comfort and safety while protection.
• Produces optimum quality films with proper positioning, technique and patient identifiers following ACR guidelines
• Completes exam in the RIS system and makes changes as needed.
• Cleans mammography equipment prior to every exam.
• Assures that images have crossed into McKesson, check for QA issues, edit procedures as necessary and close study as reviewed.
• Assumes responsibility for obtaining and maintain apporpriate number of credits for MQSA and ACR.
• Attends mandatory education and completes all assigned courses as needed.
• Maintains a neat, clean and stocked work area.
• Washes hands according to National Patient Safety Goals
• Does not demonstrate excessive absenteeism.
• Arrives at work on time and is at work station in a timely manner. participates in overtime and weekend rotation as needed

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to supports our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer