Mammography Technologist Per Diem
Atlantic Health System
Mammography Technologist Per Diem
Atlantic Health System
Non-profit healthcare provider with physician network
Responsible for operating X-ray equipment that produces radiographs designated areas of the body for diagnostic purposes. Assists physicians in performing the imaging procedures, reviews and correlates patients' previous reports, and acts as a point of contact for various medical departments. Ensures proper documentation during the exam as required. Performs specimen imaging when necessary and ensures that the specimens are sent to pathology with proper labeling.
Principal Accountabilities:
1. Positions patient on examining table and changes immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician.
2. Explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
3. Moves x-ray equipment into specified position and adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors such as time and distance basis knowledge of radiographic exposure techniques and protocols.
4. Practices radiation protection techniques using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding skills, and knowledge of applicable exposure factors to minimize radiation to patient and staff.
5. Operates mobile x-ray equipment in operating room, emergency room, or at patient's bedside.
6. Specializes in production of screening and diagnostic x-rays for detection of breast tumors.
7. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required:
Preferred:
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Minimum Salary (Hourly Rate): 47.00
Maximum Salary (Hourly Rate): 47.00
Salary Admin Plan: ALH
Non-profit healthcare provider with physician network
Atlantic Health System is a large non-profit healthcare network in New Jersey that runs hospitals, outpatient centers, urgent care clinics, and a physician-led group called Atlantic Medical Group with more than 1,000 doctors across 300 locations. It provides a full range of medical services to communities in New Jersey and New York and lets patients manage care through the MyChart portal, which handles medical records, appointments, and bill payments. Its business model puts earnings back into its healthcare services and facilities, reinvesting to improve care access and community health. The system differentiates itself by being a broad, integrated network of facilities and a large physician group under a nonprofit umbrella, offering coordinated care across many sites. Its goal is to improve community health by delivering comprehensive care and continually expanding access to high-quality medical services.
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