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LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.

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Receive on-the-job training and education in breast imaging that meets regulatory guidelines to perform breast imaging and become a certified Mammography Technologist. This internship will provide the foundation to prepare for professional development as a Mammography Technologist.

Job Duties

• 40 hours on-line mammography education training in accordance with FDA/MQSA guidelines. Includes learning ACR-established positioning, breast anatomy/physiology, evaluating technical quality of images, Quality Control.
• ARRT mammography clinical experience requirement in preparation for mammography certification
• Complies with hospital and department policies and procedures.
• Interacts professionally as an effective team member, promoting patient satisfaction and a positive work environment.

• Specialized Diploma Graduate of AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology or
• Specialized Diploma 40 hours on-line mammography education training within 1 month of hire or
• Specialized Diploma ARRT mammography clinical experience requirement for certification within 5 months of hire
• Ability to deal effectively and ethically with medical and confidential information relating to patients, family, and physicians.
• Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
• Understanding of how to use radiation producing equipment effectively and safely.
• Knowledge of medical technology and terminology.
• Delivers a high level of patient care and customer service to promote patient satisfaction. • Delivers a high level of patient care and customer service to promote patient satisfaction. Delivers a high level of patient care and customer service to promote patient satisfaction.
• RT - Registered Technologist Radiology - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
• CMT - Certified Mammography Tech - State of Pennsylvania within 180 Days
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 60 Days

• Associate’s Degree Graduate of AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology
• Specialized Diploma 40 hours on-line mammography education training

Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Influenza vaccination and COVID-19 Vaccination is required for all colleagues unless medically contraindicated or due to a bona fide religious belief or practice. Applicants possessing a medical marijuana card will not be considered for safety sensitive positions.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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