Position Summary:We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Certified Mammographer - Gouverneur.
In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for performing medically prescribed diagnostic mammographic and bone density procedures, is responsible for patient safety protocols and functions as the first line interface with patients in the successful accomplishment of their mammogram. Works under general direction.
Job Responsibilities:- Demonstrates knowledge of the hospital and radiology information systems as they relate to radiology.
- Selects appropriate patient information from HIS/RIS system in accordance with HIPPA regulations.
- Accesses patient information; schedules exams; appointment times; type of exam, patient reports, etc Follows departmental HIS/RIS system procedures and protocol to ensure orders are verified and processed to correctly.
- Effectively assesses patients information and status, and follows appropriate procedure(s) accordingly.
- Uses standard procedures to identify the correct patient.
- Reviews patients requisition and understands the type of exam required by each requisition and confers with medical staff regarding clarification when necessary.
- Demonstrates skill in equipment set-up, utilization and proper maintenance procedure.
- Performs visual and manual quality control checks of radiographic equipment.
- Uses imaging and peripheral equipment, in a safe and productive manner in accordance with prescribed hospital, departmental and manufacturers procedures.
- Observes and reports any malfunctioning of the equipment and notifies appropriate persons in case of missing or damaged equipment.
- Independently implements patient procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and standards.
- Explains the procedure and equipment to the patient clearly.
- Solves problems that arise during patient examinations using both technical knowledge and innovation. Alters examination to maximize information in response to patients condition. Confers with other technologists concerning previous approaches utilized.
- Follows accepted radiologic procedures and uses medical information to determine type of protocol required for radiographic examination.
- Consults policy and procedure manuals and/or other reference materials as necessary to ensure actions conform to established protocols.
- Follows special instructions indicated on radiographic requisition. Recognizes need for and follows isolation precautions.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:- Certificate from an accredited School of Radiologic Technology.
- New York State license or temporary permit to practice Diagnostic Radiology.
- Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
- Advance Certification in Mammography.
Preferred Qualifications:College graduate. Two years experience in Mammographic procedures.
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $103,224.17 - $116,173.27 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.
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