The Mammography Technologist operates X-ray equipment to produce diagnostic radiographs and assists physicians with imaging procedures. They are responsible for patient positioning, radiation safety, and ensuring accurate documentation and specimen handling.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in an accredited RT program and possess a state RT license. Additionally, the role requires at least one year of clinical experience in mammography, ARRT certification, and CPR certification.
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. Performs specimen imaging when necessary and ensures that the specimens are sent to pathology with proper labeling.
Principal Accountabilities
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Positions patient on examining table 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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Operates mobile x-ray equipment in operating room, emergency room, or at patient's bedside.
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Specializes in production of screening and diagnostic x-rays for detection of breast tumors.
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Performs other related duties as assigned.
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Our Business Units
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Atlantic Private Care Services - a private duty Nursing and Home Health Aide service provider, servicing the NJ counties of Morris, Essex, Union and Sussex.
Real Estate Division – Commercial Property and Residential Housing ownership and management services for AHSIC and Atlantic Health.
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Benefits
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
Paid time off
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Tuition assistance
Parental leave
Flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance program
Paid sick leave
Prescription coverage
Pet insurance
Fertility benefits
403(b) retirement plan
Auto insurance
Home insurance
Legal insurance
Adoption leave
Life & AD&D insurance
Identity theft insurance
Commuter accounts
Backup and on-site childcare
Well-being rewards
Healthy pregnancy program
Surrogacy leave
Joint Ventures – Investment interests with various healthcare organizations.
AHa! Innovation Center – an incubator designed to promote and commercialize innovation in the health care arena.
Atlantic Health offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). 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)
Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance
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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.
Eeo statement
Atlantic Health, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.
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.
