Mammo Technologist - West Islip, United States - St. Catherine of Siena

Description

By growing in every aspect of patient experience and quality, Catholic Health is becoming the most preferred choice on Long Island.

From the bedside to the exam room to training and safety and every human moment in between - we're dedicated to providing better care for our communities.

A member of Catholic Health, Good Samaritan University Hospital, is a non-profit 537- bed (including 100 nursing home beds) teaching hospital and a member of Catholic Health.

With almost 900 physicians on staff, and a level I Trauma Center, we care for well over 100,000 patients annually across the south shore of Long Island.

Our reputation for excellence is built on great choices and empowered leadership, and fosters a team that is focused on evidence based practice, continual learning and exceptional quality of care.

The Mammographic Technologist will utilize their knowledge of screening and diagnostic mammography and be able to perform stereotactic biopsies in addition to localizations.

• Responsible for the care and safety of patients undergoing treatment and use of equipment to minimize hazards of electric shock, burns, and extraneous radiation.
• Responsible to the safe handling of equipment.
• Instructs and prepares patients for breast procedures
• Selects appropriate equipment to use for procedure
• Makes special radiographic examinations requiring special equipment and procedures such as mammographies, needle localizations, and stereotactic biopsies.
• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
• Employs correct film labeling and lead markers and evaluates images for proper diagnostic quality.

• High school diploma or equivalent and two years of x-ray training in a certified school
• NYS x-ray license, ARRT and mammography registry
• Knowledge of Epic and Magview
• At least 2 years mammography experience

This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience.

The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits.

In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.