The technologist operates X-ray equipment to produce diagnostic radiographs, assists physicians with imaging procedures, reviews patient reports, and serves as a contact point for various medical departments. Key duties include positioning patients, explaining procedures, setting equipment controls, practicing radiation safety, and specializing in breast imaging and performing Bone Density exams.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a minimum of one year of clinical experience as a staff technologist in Mammography or a relevant area, hold a State RT license, and have ARRT Mammography Certification along with current CPR (BLS) certification. Preferred qualifications include performing at least 200 mammography exams in the last 24 months and holding an Associate degree.
Responsible for operating X-ray equipment that produces radiographs designated areas of the body for diagnostic purposes. Assists physicians in performing the imaging procedures, reviews and correlates patients' previous reports, and acts as a point of contact for various medical departments. Ensures proper documentation during the exam as required.
Principal Accountabilities
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Positions patient and changes immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician.
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Explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
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Moves x-ray equipment into specified position and adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors such as time and distance basis knowledge of radiographic exposure techniques and protocols.
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Practices radiation protection techniques using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding skills, and knowledge of applicable exposure factors to minimize radiation to patient and staff.
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Participates in QA/QC initiatives as well as MQSA process.
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Specializes in production of screening and diagnostic x-rays for detection of breast tumors.
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Performs Bone Density exams.
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Performs other related duties as assigned.
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Employee Assistance Program
Life Insurance
Medical
Dental
Vision
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
AD&D Insurance
Parental Leave
Flexible Spending Accounts
Pet Insurance
Legal Insurance
Tuition Assistance
403(b) Retirement Plan
Backup Childcare
Prescription Coverage
Home Insurance
Auto Insurance
Fertility Benefits
Well-Being Rewards
Healthy Pregnancy Program
Commuter Accounts
Identity Theft Insurance
Adoption Leave
Advancement
Academic Advising
Surrogacy Leave
On-Site Childcare
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Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted:
Team Member Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members) Life & AD&D Insurance. Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement) 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution PTO & Paid Sick Leave Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave Backup and On-Site Childcare Well-Being Rewards Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance ____________________________________________ Note: In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer.
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Atlantic Health System's radiology departments provide state-of-the-art imaging services that can accommodate a wide range of patient needs with the highest quality and safety.
In fact, many of our locations meet image gently® recommendations, meaning we "child-size" radiation doses for pediatric patients.
Our medical team features board-certified, fellowship-trained radiologists, who specialize in breast imaging, cross-sectional imaging, neuroradiology, nuclear medicine, muscular-skeletal imaging, pediatric imaging, and interventional radiology.
Highly skilled technologists and registered radiology nurses provide additional expertise and support.
Atlantic Health System has radiology services at Chilton, Hackettstown, Morristown, Newton and Overlook medical centers, along with Goryeb Children's Hospital and a variety of outpatient locations.
