Hackensack Meridian Health·North Bergen, New Jersey
Perform screening and diagnostic mammography examinations and radiologic guided procedures such as stereotactic biopsies. Maintain quality control documentation in compliance with ACR, MQSA, and FDA standards while providing professional patient care.
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The Mammography Technologist is responsible for performing mammography examinations following ACR requirements.
This includes screening and diagnostic mammography as well as other radiologic guided procedures such as stereotactic biopsy, breast localization performed within the Breast Center.
Eligible for up to $10,000 sign-on bonus for full-time Mammography Technologist positions on the Day or Evening shift who accept a job offer on or before October 22, 2026.
A day in the life of a Mammography Technologist at Hackensack Meridian Health includes: Performs diagnostic and screening mammographic examinations on adult adolescent and geriatric patients in an expedient and professional manner. Performs mammographic imaging for breast needle localization procedures and stereotactic procedures as trained. Provides immobilization devices, selects proper technical factors based on individual patient needs and selects and operates equipment for specific procedures. Identifies patient's images with the correct name, MRN number and ensures that images are correctly marked as to the breast side and that all images have technologist's initials. Assists with quality control procedures and documenting of phantom image, repeat analysis, calibratio test, Geometry calibration, diagnostic review workstation QC, compression test, visual machine checks, view box calibration test, artifact test, CNR/SNR testing and reviewing condition, as delegated by the leadership. Assists with compiling statistics for patient follow-ups, tracking of breast localizations, biopsy recommendations and follow-up on positive biopsy reports. Documents procedures regarding quality control and quality assurance for mammography in compliance with ACR, MQSA, NJ State and FDA. Ensure proper use of the Faxitron system. Documents in EMR (EPIC)any pertinent information regarding patients. Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs (i.e., age, culture, language, hearing and/or visually impaired, etc.).This process includes communicating with the patient, parent, and/or primary caregiver(s) at their level (developmental/age, educational, literacy, etc.). All equipment must be cleaned with hospital disinfectant as per manufacturer instruction recommendations. Understands and verbalizes proper shielding protocol as per institutional policy. Understands and verbalizes images wisely. Ensures rooms are stocked and kept in an orderly manner. Ensures proper labeling of specimen images. Tracks the location of the patient in Epic during the Breast Center visit. Ensures appropriate procedures are begun and ended in a timely manner. Recognize equipment technical errors and initiate corrective action. Performs other duties as directed by supervisory personnel which includes but is not limited to training of new students/personnel. Adheres to the standards identified in the Medical Center's Organizational Competencies.
Qualifications: Education,
Required: High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs. Graduate of an AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology. 24 continuing education credits must be obtained every 2 years. 5 continuing education credits must be maintained per year for mammography. Must be able to meet the requirements for the National Registry (ARRT) and pass the examination. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms. Licenses and Certifications Required: Diagnostic Radiography License. Registered Technologist Radiology & Mammography. American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Certification. AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.
Regular contact with Medical Center personnel, patients and visitors.
Working
Conditions: Lifts a minimum of 15 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 200 lbs. and stands a minimum of length of shift. If you feel the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today! Starting Minimum Rate Minimum rate of $43.82 Hourly Job Posting Disclosure HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package. The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:
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Requires a high school diploma, graduation from an AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology, and ARRT certification in Radiology and Mammography. Must hold a Diagnostic Radiography License and AHA Basic Health Care Life Support certification.
Market context
New Jersey continues to show steady demand for allied health professionals in imaging and cardiac care settings, especially for nuclear medicine roles that support diagnostic testing and patient throughput. These positions are competitive because employers often require a relevant degree, recent nuclear medicine and cardiology experience, ARRT or CNMT certification, a New Jersey State Radiology License, and CPR certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credentials and recent experience match the posting before applying.
