Mammography Technologist

Mammography Technologist Summa Health Stow - Kent Medical Center Full-Time, Benefit Eligible Schedule: 40 hrs/wk, Monday - Friday 7:30a-4p, possible half day coverage on Saturday once a month, no holidays Hire-On Incentive: Up to $10,000 Summary: Produces breast radiographs upon physician's order to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Performs routine staff technologist duties as time permits. Understands methods and is capable of providing or assisting with physical breast inspection or palpation. X-rays and bone density also performed at site. Formal Education Required: Graduate of an A.M.A. approved school of Radiologic Technology. Registered by the A.R.R.T. A.R.R.T. Mammography Certification or must obtain within first year of hire. Experience and Training Required: Successful completion of training to perform other radiology procedures Other Skills, Competencies and Qualifications: Near visual acuity to assess film quality. Ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism in dealing with stressful situations and confidential personal information. Good written and oral communication skills. Manual dexterity sufficient to calibrate and operate equipment, properly position patients, and to apply and adjust compression devices. Ability to lift and position patients. Ability to utilize computer system and file system to facilitate records management as directed by Manager and/or Supervisor. Ability to initiate CPR (CPR Certification). Ability to perform venipuncture (this requirement may be waived at designated locations) Updates knowledge and skills through membership participation in professional associations, attending meetings and seminars, and reading professional journals and periodicals. Population Specific Competency: Ability to effectively interact with populations of patients/customers with an understanding of their needs for self-respect and dignity. Summa Health System is recognized as one of the region's top employers by a number of third party organizations, including NorthCoast 99. Exceptional candidates gravitate to Summa because of its culture, passion for delivering excellent service to our patients and families commitment to our philosophy of servant leadership, collegial working relationships at every level of the organization and competitive pay and benefits. $31.51/hr - $37.81/hr The salary range on this job posting/advertising is base salary exclusive of any bonuses or differentials. Many factors, such as years of relevant experience and geographical location are considered when determining the starting rate of pay. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members when determining offers. Please keep in mind that the range that is listed is the full base salary range. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical.