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This Per Diem position would provide coverage for both our Washington Township and Cherry Hill locations. Hours are operation vary between 7a and 5p. Weekday coverage needed as well as one Saturday a month.
Job Description
The Mammography Technologist performs mammography exams, screenings and diagnostic studies, and
assists during invasive procedures. Via these procedures and under the direction of the physician, the
Mammography Tech detects breast tissue abnormalities and presents them to the physician for
diagnosis. Delivers patient care and education before, during and after diagnostic imaging procedures.
Essential Functions
produce radiograph images for clinical screening and diagnostic purposes
patient throughout the procedure, and adjusting compression mechanisms and equipment controls
to set exposure factors.
during and after mammogram procedures, e.g. explaining procedures, answering inquiries, etc.
instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs, and maintaining equipment
inventories.
manager, including those related to quality assurance and/or control
Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required):
Knowledge of techniques and procedures used in mammographic imaging, ability to produce images of
internal body structures for diagnosis and early detection of breast diseases in women.
Knowledge of and ability to prepare patients for diagnostic/radiological imaging and to monitor patients'
reactions during and after a procedure. Responds to emergent situations by applying appropriate
measures.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
Education:
Graduate of a recognized School of Radiology Sciences. Mammography Technologists initially qualifying
on or after April 28, 1999 must meet the Mammo-Specific requirements by having at least 40 hours of
documented training in Mammography. Documented training in Digital Mammography. OR
On the job training program agreement requirement: 3 months competency and didactic program
completion from hire. Additional 5 months to attain (M) certification
AND
Experience:
6 months to 1 year experience preferred
Minimum Certifications, Registration or License Requirements:
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
ARRT certification in radiography, ARRT advanced certification in Mammography, FDA/MQSA qualified to
include meeting the MQSA CE requirements of at least 15 CEU’s in a 36 month period that are
Mammography specific preferred. (M) Registry eligible 6 months to attain (M) certification
Obtain IV certification as necessary and administer contrast agent as required
Additional Information
May require travel between Jefferson sites
Salary Range
$33.52 to $47.78
The actual hiring rate will be determined based on candidate experience, skills and qualifications. This position is not eligible for an annual incentive.
Work Shift
Workday Day (United States of America)
Worker Sub Type
Regular
Employee Entity
Kennedy University Hospitals, Inc
Primary Location Address
2201 Chapel Ave West & Cooper Landing Rd, Cherry Hill, New Jersey, United States of America
Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.
Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.
Benefits
Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.
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