Mammography Technologist I - PRN

Medical University of South Carolina•Columbia, SC

About The Position

Operate a mammography unit to produce images of the breasts for diagnostic purposes under direction of a physician. They explain the procedure to patients, position and immobilize the patient’s breast in unit, and observe the scanning process. This involves monitoring the video display of the area being scanned and adjusting the density or contrast to improve picture quality. Mammography technologists then review and evaluate the film or image recording plate to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes. Pay Rate Type: Hourly Education: Associate degree from an accredited Radiologic Technology program. Current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Mammogram technicians will focus on performing diagnostic imaging tests utilizing low-dose x-ray devices. The care team member work closely with doctors and other medical experts when it comes to a patient and are answerable to a manager or chief technologist. Mammography technicians may also be responsible for the following tasks: keeping track of patient records adjusting imaging apparatus as necessary describing the procedure to patients and responding to any inquiries adhering to a doctor's directions for images using x-ray protection equipment patient positioning using machinery to provide diagnostic pictures. picture retouching as necessary

Requirements

Associate degree from an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
Current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
0-2 years of independent mammography experience required.
Current registration from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) and certified in mammography.
Licensed by the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association (SCRQSA).
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.