Mammography Technologist

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.<br>About Duke Regional Hospital<br>Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, North Carolina. With 388 beds it is the second largest of Duke Health's four hospitals and offers a comprehensive range of medical, surgical, and diagnostic services, including orthopedics, weight‑loss surgery, women's services, and heart and vascular services.<br>Work Week: Monday & Tuesday 7am-5:30pm<br>Location: Duke Regional Hospital<br>General Description of the Job Class<br>Perform a variety of technical activities associated with the performance of screening and diagnostic mammography procedures.<br>Duties and Responsibilities<br>Perform a variety of tasks involving the operation of mammographic radiographic equipment and other equipment/devices as appropriate.<br>Position patients, using immobilization when necessary. Calculate exposure factors, assist physicians.<br>Perform the quality control functions related to mammography.<br>Evaluate radiographs for diagnostic quality obtaining additional images as needed.<br>Prepare and set up medical supplies using aseptic techniques if appropriate. Explain procedures to patients.<br>Charge mammographic procedures and supplies in Maestro or EPIC.<br>Provide orientation to new Mammographers.<br>Provide education and training to student Mammographers.<br>Assist in maintenance and compilation of statistical data.<br>Demonstrate proficiency in performing all breast imaging procedures, to include breast interventional procedures.<br>Monitor mammography section procedures and supply charges to ensure completeness and accuracy.<br>Perform other related duties incidental to the work therein.<br>DUHS offers career growth and enrichment within Imaging services. There is a clinical ladder program with various steps and opportunities at each hospital within the health system.<br>Required Qualifications at this Level<br>Education<br>Graduate or completion of program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification or currently holds required registry or certification.<br>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.<br>Experience<br>Level I must obtain ARRT certification at time of employment.<br>Performance of a minimum of 25 mammography exams under direct supervision of an appropriate MQSA qualified individual. At least 8 hours of training in using any modality (e.g., digital) before beginning to use that modality independently.<br>Level II Minimum of two years' experience as a Mammography technologist. Must perform at least 200 mammography examinations in a 24‑month period.<br>Level III A minimum of 4 years' experience within specialty modality in which they are seeking promotion.<br>Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification<br>ARRT certification in radiography<br>ARRT advanced certification in mammography<br>FDA/MQSA qualified to include meeting the MQSA CE requirements of at least 15 CEUs in a 36‑month period that must include at least 6 CEUs in each mammographic modality used.<br>BLS certification<br>Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.<br>Essential Physical Job Functions<br>Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.<br>#J-18808-Ljbffr Salary: GBP 30000 - 40000 per year Experience: 2 years required

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