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Penn State Health - St. Joseph Medical Center
Location: US:PA: Reading
Work Type: Part-Time
FTE: 0.50
Shift: Varied
Hours: Varied shifts with rotating Saturdays
Recruiter Contact: Kiara M. Cruz Morales at [email protected]
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
This job is responsible for operating mammographic radiologic equipment in a hospital or clinic environment as part of the diagnostic plan for patients. Work may also include assisting a physician to perform stereotactic biopsies to remove tissue from a suspected abnormality in a breast in accordance with standard protocol for the procedure. An incumbent demonstrates the competency required by the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) and assumes responsibility for the safe and proper operation of radiological equipment. Accuracy and clarity of the X-ray studies directly affect the accuracy and reliability of the physician¿s diagnosis and treatment.
Standard operating procedures cover most work assignments and specify the number and sequence of exposures and normal positioning of the patient for each exposure. Technical factors are determined from tables of typical settings of kilovoltage, milliamperage and time for each procedure and for differences in size and physique of the patient. Printed guidelines are supplemented by oral explanations when undertaking new assignments or changed methods.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):
Graduation from an accredited school of Radiological Technology.
- Requires recent employment as a Radiological Mammographic Technologist, including experience with current technical aspects of patient care in the Radiology and Mammography Department.
- American Registry of Radiological Technologist (ARRT)(M).
- State Certification.
- Current CPR certification.
- State Society of Radiological Technologist recommended
- American Heart Association BLS required prior to completion of orientation.
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?
Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.
For more information: https://this.pennstatehealth.org/#thisIsPennStateHealth
Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:
- Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
- Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
- Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
- Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
- Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
For a full list with more detailed information: https://www.pennstatehealth.org/careers/working-here/total-rewards
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH ST. JOSEPH MEDICAL CENTER?
St. Joseph Medical Center first opened its doors in 1873, over 150 years ago. The new 204-bed state-of-the-art hospital, located on Bernville Road, opened in 2006 and in 2015 became the first hospital to join the Penn State Health organization; Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center. Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center is dedicated to the health, education, and wellness of the community. Our approach to health care is bigger than all of us. It calls us to learn, share, and lift each other up while achieving our goals. With pride in who we are, where we work, and what we do, we are changing lives every day together. We do this by putting our patients first and by living our core values as we serve our community.
YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.
This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
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