PRN-Tech Mammography

Location Greer, SC
Facility Pelham Medical Center
Department Pelham Mammography
Schedule - Shift - Hours Per Diem - Days
Job Category Professional/Technical
Salary Job Grade 024
Req #: 58542

Summary

Position Summary

Under the supervision of a Radiologist, utilizes specialized knowledge and skills to produce high quality mammographic images for screening and/or diagnosis, invasive breast procedures and DEXA exams for specified patient population. Assumes responsibility for directing and controlling qualitative and quantitative standards of work performed at Bearden-Josey Centers of Breast Health.

Minimum Requirements

Education

Associate’s Degree from an approved AMA School of Radiologic Technology

Experience

Documented 40 hours of training specific to mammography as required by the FDA
Documented 8 hours training in each mammography modality to be used to perform exam as required by the FDA
Documented performance of 200 mammogram exams in the last two years as required by the FDA
Documented 15 hours of continuing education , 3 years consecutively as required by the FDA

License/Registration/Certifications

ARRT registry in Radiography with registry or registry eligible status in Mammography
South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association Licenses
Current Basis Life Support (CPR and AED) provider

Core Job Responsibilities

Perform screening and/or diagnostic mammograms and bone densitometry exams
Assist radiologist with invasive breast procedures
Review images for quality and tissue acquisition
Explain procedure to patient reducing anxieties and obtain patient history relevant to exam
As requested by radiologist communicate results to patient
Open communication with scheduling and registration to ensure appropriate physician order is obtained
Engagement with Breast Imaging Navigator as needed to assist with further patient needs or appointments
General equipment assessment, reporting any issues to Breast
Other Duties as assigned

Additional Information

Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System (SRHS) offers a full spectrum of services through six hospital campuses: Spartanburg Medical Center, Spartanburg Medical Center — Mary Black Campus, Pelham Medical Center, Cherokee Medical Center, Spartanburg Hospital for Restorative Care and Union Medical Center. SRHS also includes Ellen Sagar Nursing Center and Woodruff Manor. SRHS provides unparalleled cancer care through Gibbs Cancer Center & Research Institute, with locations in Spartanburg, Greer, Union and Gaffney. The multidisciplinary Medical Group of the Carolinas has more than 600 physicians across Upstate South Carolina and western North Carolina. SRHS employs more than 9,000 associates and offers outpatient surgery centers and a Level I Trauma Center.

Founded on Aug. 29, 1921, as Spartanburg General Hospital, Spartanburg Regional celebrates over 100 years of excellence.