Mammography Technologist Diem - Pennington, United States - Capital Health Services

    Capital Health Services
    Capital Health Services Pennington, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advance technology.

    Capital Health is a five-time Magnet-Recognized health system for nursing excellence and is comprised of 2 hospitals.

    Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 250 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.


    Position Overview:
    SUMMARY (BASIC PURPOSE OF THE JOB)

    Provides clinical services according to mammography practice standards and acts as a resource to radiography students and other technologists to ensure optimal patient care and efficient departmental operations.

    Demonstrates radiation protection and safety for patients and staff as outlined in department protocols and regulatory guidelines.

    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

    Education:
    Graduate of an accredited school of radiologic technology. ARRT/NJ License required to practice in both NJ and PA (position will float). Certification in Mammography required or must attain within 6 months of hire. Associate's degree preferred.

    Experience:
    One year previous experience as mammography technologist preferred.

    Other Credentials:
    AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider

    Knowledge and Skills:
    Breast interventional procedure experience preferred.

    Special Training:
    Basic computer skills.

    Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities:
    Effective verbal communication skills.

    Usual
    Work Day:8 Hours


    REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
    Does this position formally supervise employees? No

    If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.


    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

    • Provides clinical services according to mammography practice standards and acts as a resource to radiography students and other technologists to ensure optimal patient care and efficient departmental operations.

    • Assists physicians in the performance of various studies using standard department protocols and appropriate radiation protection and infection control procedures.
    • Maintains radiation exposure reading within the ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) limits. Demonstrates patient safety by use of guard rails, breaking mechanisms, shielding, and patient monitoring.
    • Performs excellent patient care. Recognizes clinical and emergent problems that may interfere with exams and take appropriate action to resolve them and produce the most desirable outcome.
    • Demonstrates radiation protection and safety for patients and staff as outlined in department protocols and regulatory guidelines. Demonstrates a thorough understanding of mammography principles and theory, anatomy, positioning, and technique for obtaining optimal imaging studies.
    • Adheres to department policies and protocols to ensure that all studies are optimized for interpretation.
    • If working at Hamilton, readies, installs, removes, and downloads holter monitors. Performs EKGs as needed. Checks all orders for correct patient name, ordering physician, imaging, date, and signature. Places orders and acknowledges completion of work.
    • Performs other duties as assigned.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

    Frequent physical demands include:
    Standing , Walking , Carry objects , Reaching forward , Pinching/fine motor activities

    Occasional physical demands include:
    Sitting , Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Reaching overhead , Squat/kneel/crawl , Wrist position deviation , Keyboard use/repetitive motion

    Continuous physical demands include:
    Talk or Hear
    Lifting Floor to Waist 20 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 20 lbs.

    Sensory Requirements include:
    Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Accurate Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing
    Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens , Airborne Communicable Disease , Radiation
    Offers are contingent upon successful completion of our onboarding process and pre-employment physical.

    Capital Health will require all applicants (including contractors, travelers and consultants) to have an annual flu vaccine prior to start date, with the exception of individuals with medical and religious exemptions.

    "Company will never ask candidates for social security numbers or date of birth during application phase. If you are asked for this information online, you may be a target for identity theft."

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