Certified Mammography & Breast Imaging Tech

University of Utah Health; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah Health in Salt Lake City seeks a Breast Imaging Specialist to provide direct patient care in breast imaging procedures and related education. The role may involve access to and administration of medications within scope and state law.

The facility emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care and adherence to quality standards. The position requires licensure as a Radiologic Technologist in Utah, ARRT mammography certification, and RQI credentialing within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. Must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Current licensure to practice as a Radiologic Technologist in the State of Utah.
• Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists for Mammography, R.T. (M).

Responsibilities

• Performs various breast imaging procedures with the use of ionizing and non-ionizing equipment, and may perform or assist in performing Ultrasound guided or Stereotactic breast biopsies.
• Complies with ACR imaging guidelines to produce optimum radiographs.
• Educates patients regarding their procedure and maintains a safe, comfortable, supportive environment for the patient throughout the exam.
• Communicates educational information to patients about breast cancer risks and breast imaging information.
• Participates in and is responsible for designated aspects of departmental and procedural quality improvement.
• Collects and documents patient information accurately and in a timely manner, and assists in patient follow-up.
• Trains new and student mammography technologists to expected performance levels in breast Imaging techniques and quality improvement.
• Identifies and assists in rectifying equipment problems.
• Inventories supplies.

Skills

ARRT Mammography

Utah Licensure

RQI eCredential

Job description

University of Utah Health in Salt Lake City seeks a Breast Imaging Specialist to provide direct patient care in breast imaging procedures and related education. The role may involve access to and administration of medications within scope and state law.

The facility emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care and adherence to quality standards. The position requires licensure as a Radiologic Technologist in Utah, ARRT mammography certification, and RQI credentialing within 30 days of hire.