What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mammo Technologist - Per Diem position at Tower Health?
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We are hiring for Per Diem Mammography Technologist at our Limerick Outpatient Center.
- Per Diem: Minimum 48 hours in a 6-week schedule; no holiday or on call coverage required.
The Mammography Technologist:
- administers ionizing radiation when performing screening and/or diagnostic mammograms according to established protocols.
- demonstrates an understanding of breast anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology as they relate to the procedure.
- Maintains a high degree of accuracy in breast positioning, exposure techniques, and subsequent evaluation of imaging parameters to optimize patient imaging and care while adhering to radiation protection and safety standards.
- integrates technical skills, patient interaction, and care to obtain viable diagnostic information as ordered by the physician.
- utilizes independent professional judgment and critical thinking to obtain the resultant diagnostic information when possible and seeks direction from a MQSA qualified interpreting physician or lawful institutional policies (or standards of care) to continue or discontinue the exam.
- remains sensitive to the physical, cultural and emotional needs of the patient through good communication, patient assessment, patient monitoring, and patient care skills in a non-judgmental and non-discriminatory manner.
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Qualifications
Education Requirements
- Post High School Diploma Program
Experience
- Relevant Experience
Certification and Licensure
- BLS Certification
- ARRT Certification and Board Certified in Mammography
- RT (R) (M) (ARRT)
Phoenixville Hospital’s services include:
- an award-winning cardiovascular program
- a fully accredited cancer center
- NAPBC-accredited breast health center
- an acute inpatient rehabilitation center
- a large robotic surgery center
- Designated as LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Top Performed in the Human Right Campaign Foundation's 2022 Healthcare Equality Index (HEI)
Phoenixville Hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission and has been recognized for its quality outcomes and clinical expertise across services lines that include:
- Joint replacement surgery
- Advanced heart failure care
- Designated as a Primary Stroke Center
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Overview
Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area