Mammography Technologist PRN - Lourdes Hospital

Req ID R226456 Location 1530 Lone Oak Road, Paducah, KY 42003, United States of America Category Allied Health Lourdes Hospital Department Radiology Services Ancillary Service Line Shift Days/Afternoons On-Site PRN
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JOB DESCRIPTION
At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

Job Summary:

The Registered Mammography Technologist produces high quality breast imaging procedures as established by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT), American College of Radiology (ACR), and Mammography Quality Standards Act and Program (MQSA) guidelines.
 

Essential Functions: 

  • Performs all breast imaging and dual energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) scans for the supervising physician to interpret.                                                                           
  • Collects patient’s clinical history, provides patient education and discharge instructions.
  • Assists the radiologist in invasive breast procedures, maintaining aseptic technique.
  • Operates mammography equipment to produce quality diagnostic images.                                                                                                                                         
  • Applies principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.

Education:

  • Associate's from an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) accredited institute
  • Licensure/Certification:
  • Certification and Registration in Mammography, ARRT (preferred upon hire, or required within six months of hire)
  • State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, required prior to direct patient care)

Experience:

  • 1 year of experience as a registered mammography technologist (preferred)
  • EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
  • Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS) (preferred)
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com

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