Mammography Tech
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Trinity Health
Hartford, CT, US
Summary
The mammography technician is responsible for performing imaging studies to detect breast tissue abnormalities. This includes greeting patients, positioning breasts, and adjusting equipment controls to ensure high-quality diagnostic images.
Job Description
Employment Type:
Part time
Shift:
Rotating Shift
Description:
Position Purpose
The mammography tech is responsible for detecting breast tissue abnormalities by completing mammographic imaging studies presenting them for diagnosis.
What you will do
- Greets patients by confirming patient identification; reviewing imaging request; checking for special instructions; confirming anticipated service with patients.
- Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of imaging procedures explaining equipment; answering questions.
- Conducts mammography study by positioning breasts; adjusting compression mechanisms instructing patient to hold breath; retreating to lead protected area; adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors; activating equipment to take image; releasing compression mechanisms.
- Maintains production and quality of mammograms by following established standards and procedures; observing mammogram results; determining necessary adjustments for optimum results; retaking mammograms as required; forwarding completed.
Minimum Qualifications
- Education: Graduate of a recognized program in Radiologic Technology; Associates Degree or above required.
- Licensure: Connecticut Radiology license.
- Certification: ARRT and Mammography Certified.
- Skills: Minimum 3 years working experience in the mammography modality preferred in an acute care setting.
Position Highlights and Benefits
- Great benefits
- Health Insurance Coverage
- Learning Environment
- Excellent Team
Ministry/Facility Information
Trinity Health Of New England is an integrated health care delivery system that is comprised of world-class providers and facilities dedicated to full spectrum preventative, acute, and post-acute care. We aim to deliver top level care to increase our community's overall health at lower costs. While we serve nearly 3 million people, we are proud to be a part of a national system that focuses on putting our patients first and having the best colleagues to do so.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
With more than 11,000 employees in more than 185 locations, St. Peter’s Health Partners is the Capital Region’s largest and most comprehensive not-for-profit integrated health care network, which provides high-quality, compassionate, and sophisticated care to thousands of people every day. St. Peter’s Health Partners is a member of Trinity Health. For more information, please visit www.SPHP.com.
Founded
2011
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Healthcare
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Albany, NY
With more than 11,000 employees in more than 185 locations, St. Peter’s Health Partners is the Capital Region’s largest and most comprehensive not-for-profit integrated health care network, which provides high-quality, compassionate, and sophisticated care to thousands of people every day. St. Peter’s Health Partners is a member of Trinity Health. For more information, please visit www.SPHP.com.
Founded
2011
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Healthcare
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Albany, NY