Mammography Technologist I - PRN
On-siteColumbia, South Carolina, United States
Job Summary
Operate a mammography unit to produce diagnostic breast images under physician direction, explaining procedures, positioning and immobilizing patients, and monitoring video displays to adjust density or contrast. Review and evaluate film or image recording plates to determine image quality, while reviewing and adjusting imaging apparatus as necessary. Keep track of patient records, describe procedures to patients, and respond to inquiries while adhering to doctor's directions and using x-ray protection equipment. Perform picture retouching as needed and maintain patient positioning using machinery to provide diagnostic pictures.
Required Qualifications
- Associate degree from an accredited Radiologic Technology program
- Current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- Certified in mammography
- Licensed by the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association (SCRQSA)
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted
- Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted
- Ability to lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs.
- Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force
- Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes
- Ability to match or discriminate between colors
- Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception
- Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction
- Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations
- Ability to work rotating shifts
- Ability to work overtime as required
- Ability to work in a latex safe environment
- Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions
- Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function
- Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required
- 0-2 years of independent mammography experience
- Ability to work indoors
- Ability to climb stairs
- Ability to work from elevated areas
- Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces
- Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions
- Ability to bend at the waist
- Ability to twist at the waist
- Ability to squat and perform job functions
- Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands
- Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands
- Ability to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands
- Ability to reach overhead
- Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders
- Ability to fully use both legs
- Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination
- Ability to reach in all directions
- Ability to perform "pinching" operations
- Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements
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