Mammography Technologist

Position SummaryFirstHealth of the Carolinas is a nationally recognized health care system located in central North Carolina. Comprised of four hospitals with more than 600 beds, the system also offers leading-edge heart care in the Reid Heart Center, the area’s only dedicated heart and vascular center. Our growing health system has more than 6,200 employees serving in more than 75 locations throughout a 15-county service area. In addition, FirstHealth has received numerous accolades for its patient care and outcomes, including recognitions from Healthgrades, U.S. News & World Report, and Becker's Healthcare.  *$15,000 Sign-on Bonus*Relocation Assistance Determined at Time of Offer*Free FirstHealth Fitness Membership*Comprehensive Benefit Package*Retirement Employer Match As a Mammography Technologist, you will perform mammography and xray exam procedures on patients while adhering to radiology and safety protocols.  Have the option to pick which schedule works best for you below:  Option 1:Mon-Tues: 7a-7p:30pWednesday: 11a-11:30p Option 2:Monday, Tuesday and Friday 7a-7p  ResponsibilitiesMammography Technologist Responsibilities:Operates mammography equipment, computer, and image management systems utilized in performing breast imaging exams.Perform and assess quality control measures on equipment and procedures.Determines how the technique selections affect optimal image quality.Follows policy and procedures.Ability to navigate on-line resources pertinent to job responsibilities.Ability to communicate with other individuals; visual acuity; ability to lift and move patients; push and pull wheelchairs and stretchers; withstand extensive standing, stooping, bending, squatting or sitting; ability to perform repetitive tasks.Demonstrates the skills and competency appropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served.Ability to work weekends and/or evenings. QualificationsMammography Technologist Qualifications:ARRT registered RT-(R) (M) and meet MQSA standards for performing mammography.Maintains certification in BLS.Personal computer skillsGood verbal communication skillsDisplay critical thinking and decision-making skills.