Quest Diagnostics

Mammography Tech - Outpatient Imaging

Quest Diagnostics$83K — $104K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program
  • Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologies (ARRT) (R) required
  • Advanced registry in Mammography (M) required
  • Current NJ State Radiographer License in good standing
  • Current BLS certification is required
  • 2+ years' experience performing Mammography required
  • Familiarity with Electronic Medical Record System, RIS, and PACS System

Responsibilities

  • Produce quality mammography images for interpretation
  • Assume responsibility for patient safety using proper exposure and protective measures
  • Educate and explain procedures to patients
  • Follow departmental protocol for procedures as specified by Radiologist
  • Obtain and document patient history and pertinent information
  • Ensure proper identification of patient and patient demographics in PACS
  • Communicate with attending Radiologists and verify provider orders
  • Adhere to infection control standards specific to patient care
  • Prioritize and organize work assignments based on changing business situations
  • Conduct routine quality control checks to ensure equipment is in acceptable condition
  • Follow regulatory guidelines and perform QA/QC as mandated by ACR/MQSA
  • Follow mammography procedures for needle localizations and stereotactic biopsies as required

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance
  • Vision coverage
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • 401k savings plan
  • $10,000 sign-on bonus for new full-time employees
Full Job Description
Job Description

Job Title: Mammography Technologist

Department: Imaging

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 11:00am - 7:30pm OR 11:30am - 8:00pm

****$10,000 SIGN ON BONUS****

Bonus applies to new full-time new employees only

Essential Job functions:
  • Produces quality mammography images for interpretation.
  • Assumes responsibility for patient safety by utilizing proper exposure and protective measures.
  • Educates and explains procedures to patients.
  • Follows appropriate departmental protocol for procedures unless otherwise specified by the Radiologist.
  • Obtains and documents, patient history and pertinent information.
  • Insures proper identification of patient and patient demographics in PACS.
  • Communicates with attending Radiologists and verifies provider orders.
  • Adheres to infection control standards specific to patient care.
  • Prioritizes and organizes work assignments and adjusts priorities, based on changing business situations.
  • Operates medical imaging equipment properly and safely.
  • Demonstrates awareness of Radiation Safety Procedures for self and others.
  • Ensure equipment is in acceptable condition by conducting routine quality control checks.
  • Follows department protocols in the production of screening and diagnostic mammograms.
  • Follows regulatory guidelines and performs QA/QC as mandated by ACR/ MQSA.
  • Follows mammography procedures for needle localizations and stereotactic biopsies as required.


General Job functions:
  • Demonstrate knowledge and compliance of safety, OSHA, and HIPPA regulations.
  • Must be organized, self-motivated and efficient while working well with others in a team setting.
  • Must always deliver compassionate patient care with satisfaction a priority.
  • Must adhere to ALARA principles while delivering quality, safe patient imaging at all times.
  • Maintains a safe, clean, and orderly work environment.
  • Other job duties as required.
  • Attends departmental meetings as required.


Education, Certification, Computer and Training Requirements:
  • Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program
  • Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologies (ARRT) (R) required
  • Advanced registry in Mammography, (M), required
  • Must have current NJ State Radiographer License in good standing.
  • Current BLS certification is required.
  • 2+ years' experience performing Mammography required.
  • The ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
  • Must be familiar with and utilize an Electronic Medical Record System, RIS and PACS System.


Travel:
  • Ability to travel to satellite locations as needed


Pay Range: $40.38 - $50.48 Hourly
The provided compensation range is based on industry standards and salary determinations will be made based on numerous factors including but not limited to years of experience and location of position.

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Size
40,000 employees
Market Cap
$17.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.4 billion
Founded
1959
5 Year Trend
+7.5%
Revenue
$9.4 billion
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