Mammography Technologist

Come join our "Family" and be part of providing healthcare In the Community For the Community. Carolina Family Health Centers, Inc. provides accessible and affordable health care with excellence where patients come first. Regardless of an individual's ability to pay or their insurance status, we believe that EVERYONE deserves access to quality health care. As a nonprofit, federally qualified health center (FQHC), we strive to meet the needs of our community and breakdown barriers that prevent individuals from seeking health care. Our service offering includes primary medical care, behavioral health, pharmacy and dental services in an integrated model that provides a comprehensive approach to care for our patients. Position Overview The Mammography Technologist at Wilson Community Health Center operates specialized X-ray equipment and performs mammographic imaging studies; presenting them for diagnosis. The mammography technologist will also function as a Radiologic Technologist performing general X-ray studies. THIS POSITION OFFERS A 40-HOUR WORK WEEK, NO WEEKENDS, FULL BENEFITS PACKAGE, 12 PAID HOLIDAYS, BI-WEEKLY PAY. Essential Tasks Maintains MQSA certification requirements, assists with annual inspection, and ensures department is meeting standards. Maintains image management equipment, reporting any equipment problem to appropriate resources. Evaluates patient understanding and consent of procedure, patient condition, and patient's ability to complete procedure. Provides instruction in self-breast examination and education. Uses technical knowledge and ability to assist in actively troubleshooting work unit problems with respect to equipment and protocols. Documents incidents and advises area supervisor of improvement opportunities for the work unit. Experience and Education Associate's degree from an approved Radiology Technology Program accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JCERT). Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) required education. Minimum one year of experience with mammography. Attentive to detail and accuracy. Effective communication skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Schedule Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, 8 am - 5 pm. Physical Requirements Potential sitting or standing for long periods of time, occasional bending, stooping, lifting including of patients, reaching forward and overhead. Proper lifting techniques required. May require walking primarily on a level surface for periods throughout the day. Frequent computer work required. Must be able to travel freely in the local area; between clinics, hospitals, health departments, etc. Benefits 401(k) and match AD&D insurance Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assisted program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Holidays Vision insurance Continuing Education Allowance Professional dues and license fees Job Type Full-time License/Certification American Registry of Radiologic Technologist in Radiography (ARRT)(R) American Registry of Radiologic Technologist in Mammography (ARRT)(M) Basic Life Support