Riverside Health

Non-profit integrated health system delivering care

Mammographer - Diagnostic Center

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeHampton, VA, USA$32.50 - $44.73 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

Mammography experience is preferred.
Hold ARRT Radiology (R) certification upon hire.
Obtain ARRT Mammography (M) certification within two years.
Hold CPR/BLS certification from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Safety and Health Institute upon hire.
Work weekend shifts.
Work or float at more than one location.

Responsibilities

Perform mammography exams and procedures in accordance with Riverside Health System policies and procedures.
Prepare patients and explain exams; respond to questions and concerns about exam procedures and processes.
Complete patient and equipment screening and technical documentation associated with examinations.
Complete mammographic imaging studies and present them for diagnosis.
Produce quality images following appropriate protocols and procedures, and provide clinical documentation within the scope of practice.
Apply policies, procedures, protocols, and safety behaviors to maintain safety and quality and prevent or reduce harm.
Prepare equipment, instrumentation, and departmental supplies to support quality patient care.
Follow ALARA principles according to policy.
Adhere to applicable regulatory and accrediting standards and report variances.
Coordinate patient care and perform effective assessment, actions, and documentation.
Monitor and maintain adequate supplies and materials inventory to prevent interruption of services.
Perform and evaluate equipment quality control measurements, troubleshoot equipment, and ensure functionality.

Desired Qualifications

Mammography experience.

Hampton, Virginia

Hiring Range

$32.50 - $44.73/Hourly
Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.
Overview
The Mammographer in a diagnostic center setting is responsible for performing mammography exams on patients as requested by the referring physicians. Performs all mammography exams and procedures in accordance with RHS policy and procedures. Performs patient preparation and explanation of exams, responds to patient questions and concerns regarding exam procedures and process, and completes all associated patient and equipment screening and technical documentation.

What you will do

Completes mammographic imaging studies and presents them for diagnosis. Produces quality images following appropriate protocols and procedures. Provides clinical documentation per scope of practice.
Performs with a high degree of safety and quality and prevents or reduces harms through knowledge and application of policies, procedures, protocols using safety behaviors. Responsible for the preparation of equipment, instrumentation, and departmental supplies required to support quality patient care. Follows ALARA principles according to policy.
Understands and adheres to all applicable regulatory and accrediting standards. Reports variances.
Coordinates patient care and performs effective assessment, actions, and documentation. Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure non-interruption of services.
Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements. Troubleshoots and ensures equipment functionality. Detail oriented ability to multi-task organized and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

Experience

Mammography experience (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

Radiologic Technologists - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Radiology (R) Upon Hire(Required) and
Radiologic Technologists - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Mammography (M) within 2 Years(Required) and
CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) Upon Hire(Required)

Other Requirements

Weekend Shifts
Work/Float in more than one work location

To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.

About the Company

Riverside Health

Non-profit integrated health system delivering care

Riverside Health is a non-profit, integrated network of hospitals, physicians, continuing care facilities, and wellness centers that provides comprehensive health care services to people in eastern Virginia. Its model combines hospital care, outpatient services, and long-term care under one system to coordinate care across facilities. It operates using community-based clinics and hospitals to deliver high-quality care with a focus on accessibility and care continuity, rather than profit. Riverside's goal is to improve community health by offering coordinated, accountable health services through a regional network founded in 1915.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Newport News, VA
Founded: 1915

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