Mammography Technologist (Mammo Tech)
Inova Health System - Alexandria, Virginia, us, 22350
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offering a robust team member wellness program. Retirement:
Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions - starting on your first day. Mental Health Support:
offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost. Career Development:
Individual Development Planning that focuses on supporting team member aspirations. State-of-the-Art Medical and Training Facilities
Mammography Technologist (Mammo Tech) Job Responsibilities: Assists the physician in performing a variety of examinations by using standard department protocols, isolation precautions, and/or sterile techniques. Demonstrates the ability to recognize clinical and/or emergent problems that may interfere with exams and takes appropriate action to resolve them while producing the most desirable outcomes. Participates in department/hospital performance improvement initiatives, in-services, meetings, and community programs. Demonstrates a thorough understanding of intravenous medications, heparin locks, and central line usage as they pertain to Mammography. Demonstrates the effective use of radiation protection procedures with culmination devices and protective shielding.
Mammography Technologist (Mammo Tech) Additional Requirements: Work Schedule : PRN; Every Other Saturday 8am - 12pm Education:
Graduate of an accredited school of radiography. License:
Must be certified by ARRT as a Radiologic Technologist. Must obtain Mammography Certification within one year upon acceptance of the offer. Certification:
Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association
Experience:
Prior experience as a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist and/or Mammography Technologist in a hospital/healthcare environment