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Mammography technologist - $5,000 sign on bonus! - Chestnut hill hospital

Temple University Health System

#Quality Assurance #Quality Control #BLS Certification #Quality Improvement #Patient Positioning #Pathology #Radiation Protection #Ionizing Radiation

Quick overview

The Mammography Technologist administers screening and/or diagnostic mammograms, demonstrating understanding of breast anatomy and pathology while adhering to radiation safety standards. They integrate technical skills and patient interaction to obtain viable diagnostic information, using professional judgment while remaining sensitive to patient needs.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have completed a post-high school diploma program and possess relevant experience, along with required certifications including BLS and either RT (R) or RT (R) (M). The role requires knowledge of state/federal regulations and mammography quality control/assurance requirements.

professional certificateQuality ControlQuality AssuranceBLS CertificationPatient CareCritical ThinkingQuality ImprovementPatient PositioningRadiation ProtectionMammographyIonizing RadiationBreast AnatomyExposure Techniques

Job description

We are currently recruiting full-time Mammography Technologists to join our team at Chestnut Hill Hospital!
Temple Health - Chestnut Hill Hospital has been honored by being named to Forbes' Top Hospitals 2026 List.
This well-deserved recognition is a testament to the incredible hard work and dedication of our team, and it clearly demonstrates how we are continuously raising the bar for what patients should expect from healthcare.
With more than 350 board-certified physicians, we are a 148-bed community-based inpatient and outpatient facility offering a comprehensive range of diagnostic and treatment services.
Our services include emergency care, minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic-assisted surgery, cardiology, gynecology, oncology, orthopedics, primary care practices, two Women's Centers, and an off-site physical therapy center.
This acknowledgment from Forbes reinforces our dedication to excellence and our mission to serve our community with compassion and expertise.
Come join us as we work together to uphold and exceed these standards, making a positive impact on the lives of our patients every day!
The Mammography technologist administers ionizing radiation when performing screening and/or diagnostic mammograms according to established protocols.
The Mammography technologist 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.
The mammography technologist integrates technical skills, patient interaction, and care to obtain viable diagnostic information as ordered by the physician.
The technologist 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.
The Mammography technologist 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 nondiscriminatory manner.
The Mammography technologist participates in quality improvement processes and continually assesses their professional performance.

Mammography technologist - $5,000 sign on bonus! - Chestnut hill hospital

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Education Requirements Post High School Diploma Program

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