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Hackensack Meridian Health
MultiModality Mammo Technologist
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What they do
A CT Technician or Technologist performs CT (computerized tomography) scans to diagnose medical conditions. Operates equipment used in scans and assists with analyzing the results. Works in healthcare facilities or diagnostic laboratories in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare specialists.
$73,739 / year median in New Jersey
Job Description
MultiModality Mammo Technologist Hackensack Meridian Health
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Full Job Description Overview:
Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It's also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better- advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change. The Multimodality Technologist is a Radiology Technology who is trained, qualified and competent in at least two of the below disciplines. The technologist is expected to work in any area for which they are qualified based on the operational needs of the department.
- General Diagnostic Radiology
- CT•MRI•Mammography•Interventional Radiology•Ultrasound•
Nuclear Medicine/PET Responsibilities:
A day in the life of an Multimodality Technologist at Hackensack Meridian Health includes: Performs diagnostic and screening mammographic examinations on adult adolescent and geriatric patients in an expedient and professional manner. Performs all mammographic imaging procedures as trained. Provides immobilization devices, selects proper technical factors based on individual patient needs and selects and operates equipment for specific procedures. Performs bone density procedures as assigned. Identifies patient's images with the correct name, MRN number and ensures that images are correctly marked as to the breast side and that all images have technologist's initials. Assists with quality control procedures and documenting of phantom image, repeat analysis, calibration test, Geometry calibration, diagnostic review workstation QC, compression test, visual machine checks, view box calibration test, artifact test, CNR/SNR testing and reviewing condition, as delegated by the leadership. Assists with compiling statistics for patient follow-ups, tracking of breast localizations, biopsy recommendations and follow-up on positive biopsy reports. Documents procedures regarding quality control and quality assurance for mammography in compliance withACR, MQSA, NJ
State and FDA. Ensure proper use of the Faxitron system. Documents in EMR (EPIC)any pertinent information regarding patients. Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs (i.e., age, culture, language, hearing and/or visually impaired, etc.).This process includes communicating with the patient, parent, and/or primary caregiver(s) at their level (developmental/age, educational, literacy, etc.). All equipment must be cleaned with hospital disinfectant as per manufacturer instructions recommendations. Understands and verbalizes proper shielding protocol as per institutional policy. Understands and verbalizes image gently and image wisely. Ensures rooms are stocked and kept in an orderly manner. Ensures proper labeling of specimen images. Tracks the location of the patient in Epic during the Breast Center visit. Ensures appropriate procedures are begun and ended in a timely manner. Recognize equipment technical errors and initiate corrective action. Other duties and/or projects as assigned. Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior. Lifts a minimum of 25 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 50 lbs. and stands a minimum of 6 hours a day.Qualifications:
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs. Graduate of an AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology. Must be able to meet the requirements for the National Registry (ARRT) and pass the examination. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 5. Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.Licenses and Certifications Required:
NJ state license for Diagnostic Radiology (D.R). Registration with the ARRT- one or more of the following modalities: MRI (or ARMRIT), CT, Xray, IR, or Mammography.