Mammo - DEXA Tech - PRN

Think Aksarben LLP; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Mammography and DEXA Technologist to provide exceptional imaging services and patient care. This role involves preparing equipment, performing mammographic procedures, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in radiology, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a healthcare setting. Join a dedicated team committed to improving patient outcomes and delivering high-quality service in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate degree in Radiology and ARRT certification.
• Minimum of three years of experience in Mammography preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert mammography imaging and patient care.
• Perform routine mammographic and DEXA services accurately.

Skills

Knowledge of radiology best practices

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to build relationships

Ability to work independently

Education

Associate degree in Radiology

Certification from ARRT

BLS certification

Tools

Radiology information systems

Picture Archiving Communication Systems (PACS)

Job description

Career Opportunities with Think Aksarben

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In common mission, our teams work together with our patients at Think. We strive to continuously improve. We value one another’s diversity of talent, experience, and perspective. We each contribute to something bigger than ourselves while promoting integrity, belonging, and collaboration.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Mammography and DEXA Technologist provides expert mammography imaging and patient care to assure a high level of quality and service to patients, physicians, and customers in and outside the radiology department.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Provide radiological services by exemplifying the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform a variety of procedures utilizing ionizing radiation for mammographic diagnosis.
2. Prepare room, equipment, contrast media, and supplies as necessary for each procedure.
3. Perform routine mammographic and DEXA services accurately and competently using predefined department protocols.
4. Provide explanation of procedures and assumes care of the physical and psychological needs of the patient while in radiology.
5. Comply with all departmental and organizational policies and procedures, regulatory requirements, including OSHA, CMS, Joint Commission, ACR, FDA and any other specific safety, security and infection control policies.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

1. Knowledge of radiology best practices and requirements e.g., OSHA, CMS, and Joint Commission.
2. Knowledge of healthcare supplies, logistics, and storage guidelines.
3. Knowledge of HIPAA and other related privacy rules.
4. Skill in problem-solving and analyzing issues in an efficient, methodical manner.
5. Skill in communicating in a professional manner, both verbally and in writing.
6. Skill in managing multiple priorities and delegating as needed.
7. Ability to translate general administrative guidelines into specific action.
8. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
9. Ability to build relationships and display a professional demeanor.
10. Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
11. Ability to be a good representative of Think.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Associate degree in Radiology, or a related field, required. Successful completion of a Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) accredited program in radiography required. Current certification as a Radiologic and Mammographic Technologist from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT (R) (M)) and current Medical Radiographer License from the Department of Health and Human Services of Nebraska required. American Medical Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. A minimum of three (3) years of experience as a registered technologist in the specialty of Mammography, including 3-D Mammography experience preferred. One (1) year experience with multi-dimensional medical imaging systems, radiology information systems, Picture Archiving Communication Systems (PACS), and performing bone densitometry (DEXA) exams preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• This role operates in a healthcare setting.
• Must be able to:
• Stand 55% or longer of an 8-hour workday.
• Walk 35% of an 8-hour workday.
• Sit 10% of an 8-hour workday.
• Lift up to 35 pounds.
• Requires employee to: Bend, squat, kneel and reach above shoulder level occasionally.
• Requires repetitive use of hands for: Simple grasping, fine manipulation, computer use.
• Requires all sensory skills (speech, vision, smell, touch, and hearing) corrected to near normal range.

NOTE: The information above is a reflection of the general nature of job duties. From time to time, additional duties may be assigned.