Mammographer I
Company: Nash UNC Health Care
Location: Rocky Mount
Posted on: March 6, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Become part of an inclusive organization with over
40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and
well-being of the unique communities we serve. UNC Health Nash, an
affiliated member of the UNC Health system, invites passionate
healthcare professionals to join our esteemed team. Governed
locally, we proudly serve a diverse patient base, spanning Nash,
Edgecombe, Halifax, Wilson Counties, and beyond. With a steadfast
commitment to elevating community health through exceptional care,
we prioritize excellence, compassion, and innovation, ensuring
every individual receives the highest standard of support. Joining
our team means becoming an integral part of our dedication to
wellness, where we constantly strive to redefine excellence in
healthcare through state-of-the-art facilities and pioneering
programs. Join us in this transformative journey, where your
contributions will make a lasting impact on our community's health
and wellbeing. Summary: Produces radiographic and diagnostic
studies, and mammograms under the clinical direction of a
Radiologist. Takes responsibility for film quality, patient care,
safety, sterile technique and providing education for staff and
students. Participates in other necessary activities in support of
departmental operations. Must meet current MQSA (FDA) regulations
for a practicing mammographer. Responsibilities: 1. Produces
routine and specialized, portable and surgical radiographs,
mammograms and specialized studies to include, but not limited to:
Obtains history and/or examination data and evaluates for
contraindicating conditions; Reviews Radiologist's report;
Administers contrasts by direct injection or IV line; Takes and
monitors vital signs, and performs venipuncture; Applies shielding,
supportive and immobilization devices; Adjusts and controls
equipment; Reviews film for clinically acceptable results and
releases patients; Prepares room by gathering and setting up
equipment, supplies and contrasts. 2. Applies radiation safety
guidelines and patient protection guidelines. 3. Provides emotional
support, comfort, general assistance, and information to patients.
4. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide
appropriate care based on the age of the patients served. 5.
Coordinates or collaborates with physicians and nursing staff. 6.
As assigned, provides instruction in the basic theory, technical
skills, and application of radiologic and mammography procedures to
other employees, new employees, and students. 7. Operates and
maintains radiographic/mammographic equipment, film processors,
computers, and other departmental equipment. 8.partcipates in
quality control, quality assurance and quality improvement
activities. 9. Performs clerical, darkroom, film processing,
patient transportation, and other miscellaneous functions in
support of operations. 10. As assigned, provides instruction in the
basic theory, technical skills, and application of radiological
procedures to other employees, new employees, and students. NASH
Other information: Education Requirements: Associate degree in
Other. Graduation from an accredited school or program of
Radiologic Technology. Must be mammography registered within 12
months of hire. License/Certification Requirements: Current
registration with American Registry of Radiologic Technologist,
with up-to-date continuing education credits Current advanced
certification in Mammography through American Registry of
Radiologic Technologists. Professional Experience Requirements: 2
years of Radiographer and/ or Mammographer experience is preferred.
117044200 Job Details Legal Employer: Nash Hospitals Entity: Nash
UNC Health Care Organization Unit: NGH Breast Center Work Type: Per
Diem Standard Hours Per Week: 0.20 Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Day Job Location of Job: NASH HC Exempt From
Overtime: Exempt: No Qualified applicants will be considered
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information,
disability, status as a protected veteran or political
affiliation.
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