Mammography Technologist

Job Description

Job Description

The Position

We are seeking entry level or experienced Mammo Technologists to perform x-ray, Dexa, Mammography screening & Diagnostic, and to assist our Radiologists during Biopsy procedures.

The Location

As Northwell Health’s affiliate Imaging Center in New York's trendy Upper East Side, Rosetta Imaging an affiliate of Northwell Health prides itself on delivering the highest quality of Women's Imaging care with compassion and respect, playing a critical role towards advancing the care plan for the communities in and around Upper Manhattan. Located at 1421 3rd Avenue New York, NY 10028, Rosetta team of 30+ individuals provide imaging in CT, MRI, US, X-ray, Dexa, Mammography, and PET CT; all used for diagnostic imaging, and many used for image guided procedures in concert with Northwell's 250+ subspecialty trained Radiologists. For more information about Rosetta Imaging Rosetta Imaging, an affiliate of Northwell Health | Northwell Health

Job Responsibility

• Operates mammography radiographic equipment to perform diagnostic and screening imaging exams. Performs various diagnostic x-ray exams, as required.
• Communicates with Radiologist to confirm required exam details and ensure optimal quality of images.
• Reviews and correlates patient's prior imaging reports, using Breast Imaging Reporting and Data System lexicons, to categorize procedure to be performed.
• Prepares patient for exam. Translates procedure into layman terms, based on professional knowledge, to relieve patient of any pre-testing anxiety.
• Performs mammography exams according to established standards and procedures of division. Adjusts imaging equipment and operates controls to obtain correct exposure.
• Assists physician in performance of mammographic image-guided interventional / special breast exams or procedures, including stereotactic biopsy, wire or seed implant localization, and contrast enhanced mammography.
• Performs general x-ray exams including, but not limited to, bone density exams, as needed.
• Perform specimen imaging, when necessary. Safely handles specimens and ensures all labeling, paperwork and imaging is sent to Pathology.
• Monitors patient’s condition in accordance with technical and safety standards. Recognizes and promptly reports any motor abnormalities including, fainting, discoloration, contrast reactions etc., to Radiologist and / or nurses.
• Ensures required documentation is completed throughout exam.
• Operates equipment for transferring images to film and / or disc.
• Ensures images are properly marked as “right” or “left” side and labeled with date and patient identification. Utilizes modality worklist to select patient and verify accession number coincides.
• Enters patient history and other pertinent information obtained from requisition into system.
• Maintains imaging equipment. Makes setting adjustments, as needed. Informs management of any mechanical issues / repair needs.
• Reviews and maintains supply inventory in assigned area.
• Maintains cleanliness of procedure room.

Expectations & Goals include :

Job Qualification

The role is Full Time onsite, Monday - Friday 9 : 30am-6pm, employed by Mallard MSO, LLC.

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