Mammography Technologist (Mammo Tech) - Women's Imaging Center Portsmouth

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You could be eligible for a Sign on Bonus of $15,000 for this role!

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As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Registered Mammography Technologist (Tech) – Women's Imaging Center Portsmouth

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 (preferred)
  
  
  

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