Mammography Technologist
Company
Vertical Staffing Resources
Our client is a medical imaging center that is committed to providing top quality service and a high level of professionalism. Their dedicated team of radiologists will provide the service you require at speed. They are located in Stoney Creek within a center that has clinics, a pharmacy and all the imaging services needed all in one place.
Location
Stoney Creek
Duties
What You Will Be Doing, as a Mammography Technologist:
The mammography tech is responsible for detecting breast tissue abnormalities by completing mammographic imaging studies; presenting them for diagnosis.
• Greets patients by confirming patient identification; reviewing imaging request; checking for special instructions; confirming anticipated service with patients.
• Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of imaging procedures; explaining equipment; answering questions.
• Conducts mammography study by positioning breasts; adjusting compression mechanisms; instructing patient to hold breath; retreating to lead protected area; adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors; activating equipment to take image; releasing compression mechanisms; preparing for next positioning and view.
• Minimizes radiation to patient and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques.
• Maintains production and quality of mammograms by following established standards and procedures; developing mammograms; observing mammogram results; determining necessary adjustments for optimum results; retaking mammograms as required; forwarding completed studies to radiologist for interpretation.
• Ensures operation of mammography equipment by completing preventive maintenance; instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories.
• Keeps mammography supplies and patient drapes ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; collecting and processing laundry.
• Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following, and enforcing standards and procedures.
• Documents patient mammogram services by completing patient record charting.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
Requirements
What You Should Have, as a Mammography Technologist:
• Previous working experience at a CAR Mammography Accredited and Ontario Breast Screening Program (OBSP) facility preferred
• X-ray and Bone Density experience preferred
• Current Registration with the College of Medical Radiation Technologists in Ontario (CMRTO)
• Current membership with the CAMRT
• Successful completion of Mammography 1 and 2 certificates from the CAMRT
• Completion of a BCLS program within the past months, Level II: Basic Rescuer Certification
• Able to interact compassionately and effectively with the sick or injured
• Ability to move or lift patients.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Highly self-motivated
Start Date
2024-05-01
Hours
34 hrs
Salary
$42.5/hr
Comments
The Shift You Will Be Working is:
• 8.5 hour shifts
• Part-time (guaranteed 4 days a week, 34 hours per week)
• Monday, Tuesday, Friday & Saturday 8am – 5pm
Where You Will Be Working, as a Mammography Technologist:
• Stoney Creek, ON
• Upper Centennial Pkwy/Rymal Rd E
Contact
Name
Dalia
Display Name
Dalia Haggag
Title
Professional Recruitment Manager
Address
1 Gateway Blvd, Suite 305 Brampton, ON L6T 0G3
Telephone
416-527-2255
Job Posting Link
Vertical Staffing Resourceswebsite
Display Date
2024-04-19
Expiry Date
2024-05-10