Mammography Technologist, PRN

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Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital is a 123‑bed facility in Mooresville, North Carolina, offering comprehensive medical services including 24‑hour emergency care, cardiology, orthopedics, women’s services, and surgical specialties.

Perform a variety of technical activities associated with the performance of screening and diagnostic mammography procedures.

• Operate mammographic and radiographic equipment, positioning patients and using immobilization when necessary.
• Calculate exposure factors and assist physicians.
• Perform quality control functions related to mammography.
• Evaluate radiographs for diagnostic quality, obtain additional images as needed, and provide appropriate documentation.
• Prepare and set up medical supplies using aseptic techniques when applicable.
• Explain procedures to patients.
• Charge mammographic procedures and supplies in Maestro or EPIC.
• Provide orientation to new mammographers and education/training to student mammographers.
• Assist in maintenance and compilation of statistical data.
• Demonstrate proficiency in performing all breast imaging procedures, including interventional procedures.
• Monitor section procedures and supply charges to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work herein.

DUHS offers career growth and enrichment within imaging services. A clinical ladder program provides opportunities at each hospital within the health system.

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Essential Physical

Job Functions:

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• Graduate or completion of a program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification or currently holds required registry or certification.
• Technologists originally qualifying on or after April 28, 1999, must meet the Mammo‑Specific requirements by having at least 40 hours of documented training in mammography.

• Level I:
  Must obtain ARRT certification at time of employment and perform a minimum of 25 mammography exams under direct supervision of an MQSA‑qualified individual. At least 8 hours of training in any modality (e.g., digital) before independent use.
• Level II:
  Minimum of two years’ experience as a Mammography technologist. Must perform at least 200 mammography examinations in a 24‑month period.
• Level III:
  Minimum of four years’ experience within the specialty modality in which they are seeking promotion.

• ARRT certification in radiography.
• ARRT advanced certification in mammography.
• FDA/MQSA qualified, meeting MQSA CE requirements of at least 15 CEUs in a 36‑month period, including at least 6 CEUs in each mammographic modality used.
• BLS certification.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Health Care Provider
• Hospitals and Health Care (Industry)