DIAGNOSTIC / MAMMOGRAM TECH - MAGEE GENERAL HOSPITAL RADIOLOGY
Radiology Technologist/Mammogram Tech
DepartmentMGH Radiology
Full Time/PRNPRN (As Needed)
Job SummaryResponsible for obtaining diagnostic quality radiographic and mammogram images according to pre-established guidelines. Schedules and observes time-management techniques according to departmental productivity and efficiency standards while observing a quality patient care experience.
Minimum Qualifications- Graduate of a radiographer program.
- Completion of eight (8) hours of digital mammographer training.
- Completion of forty (40) hours of training in mammography.
- Performance of twenty-five (25) mammograms under direct supervision of an MQSA qualified individual.
- Licensure in Medical Radiation with the State of Mississippi required.
- ARRT registration in Radiology required.
- BLS certification required.
- One (1) year of clinical Radiation Technology experience in an acute care setting preferred.
- Obtain diagnostic quality radiographic and mammography images according to established guidelines.
- Prepare and position patients for imaging procedures.
- Operate radiographic and mammography equipment safely and effectively.
- Maintain image quality and accurate documentation.
- Follow departmental productivity and efficiency standards.
- Provide quality patient care throughout the imaging process.
- Maintain required licensure and certifications.
- Follow departmental and organizational policies and procedures.
- Promote patient safety, confidentiality, and professionalism.
- Demonstrate effective communication and teamwork.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, push, and pull throughout the workday.
- Ability to assist with patient positioning and transfers.
- Ability to safely operate radiographic and mammography equipment.
All candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires reasonable accommodations be made for qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of the position.
South Central Regional Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law.
Skills Required
- Graduate of a radiographer program
- Completion of eight (8) hours of digital mammographer training
- Completion of forty (40) hours of training in mammography
- Performance of twenty-five (25) mammograms under direct supervision of an MQSA qualified individual
- Licensure in Medical Radiation with the State of Mississippi
- ARRT registration in Radiology
- BLS certification
- One (1) year of clinical Radiation Technology experience in an acute care setting
What We Do
South Central Regional Medical Center is a 285-bed, public not-for-profit hospital located in Laurel, MS founded in 1952. The hospital primarily serves a 4-county area: Jones County, Jasper County, Wayne County and Smith County. The primary focus of the South Central Regional Medical Center Health System is to provide excellent healthcare services to the residents of South Central Mississippi and to improve the quality of life in the region. With more than 80 physicians on staff representing 28 medical specialties, South Central continues to meet the healthcare needs of a growing region. With over 2,100 employees throughout the health system, the highly skilled healthcare professionals work with cutting-edge technologies and offer the most modern diagnostic and treatment options.
