Mammography Technologist - Per Diem, Days (Sunset Park, Brooklyn)

NYU Langone Hospitals • New York, NY, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 16h ago

NYU Langone Hospital - Brooklyn is a full-service teaching hospital and Level I trauma center located in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. The hospital is central to a comprehensive network of affiliated ambulatory and outpatient practices, and serves as NYU Langone Health's anchor for healthcare access, growth, and delivery in the entire borough. At NYU Langone Health, equity, diversity, and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace diversity, inclusion, and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.

Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a per diem Mammography Technologist. In this role, the successful candidate is responsible for performing medically prescribed diagnostic mammographic and bone density procedures. Monitors and reviews the work of the staff, assists in the supervision of the technical and support staff, and facilitates patient flow through the Breast Imaging Center. Works under general direction.

Job Responsibilities:

Demonstrates knowledge of the hospital and radiology information systems as they relate to radiology. Selects appropriate patient information from HIS/RIS system in accordance with HIPAA regulations. Accesses patient information; schedules exams; appointment times; type of exam, patient reports, etc. Follows departmental HIS/RIS system procedures and protocol to ensure orders are verified and processed correctly. Effectively assesses patients' information and status, and follows appropriate procedure(s) accordingly. Uses standard procedures to identify the correct patient. Reviews patients' requisition and understands the type of exam required by each requisition and confers with medical staff regarding clarification when necessary.
Demonstrates skill in equipment set-up, utilization, and proper maintenance procedure. Performs visual and manual quality control checks of radiographic equipment. Uses imaging and peripheral equipment in a safe and productive manner in accordance with prescribed hospital, departmental, and manufacturer procedures. Observes and reports any malfunctioning of the equipment and notifies appropriate persons in case of missing or damaged equipment.
Independently implements patient procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and standards. Explains the procedure and equipment to the patient clearly. Solves problems that arise during patient examinations using both technical knowledge and innovation. Alters examination to maximize information in response to patients' condition. Confers with other technologists concerning previous approaches utilized.
Follows accepted radiologic procedures and uses medical information to determine the type of protocol required for radiographic examination. Consults policy and procedure manuals and/or other reference materials as necessary to ensure actions conform to established protocols. Follows special instructions indicated on radiographic requisition. Recognizes need for and follows isolation precautions.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a certificate from an accredited school of Radiologic Technology. New York State license to practice Diagnostic Radiology. Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Advanced Certification in Mammography. Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
College graduate. Two years experience in Mammographic and quality control procedures preferred.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Hospital - Brooklyn provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.

The salary range for the role is $56.00-$56.00 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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