Mammographer

LE0050 University HealthCare Alliance; Pinole (CA); On-site; USD 82,656 - 110,208; Full time

Job summary

Stanford Medicine Partners is seeking an experienced Radiologic Technologist specialized in mammography. You will perform routine and diagnostic mammographic procedures, prepare and position patients, and ensure image quality while maintaining safety standards.

Required are a high school diploma or GED, a 2-year JRCERT-accredited radiography program with mammography training, and at least 3 years of experience including MQSA/ACR accreditation familiarity.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a 2-year JRCERT-accredited radiography program with specific mammography training.
• Minimum 3 years of experience, with at least 1 year in mammography and MQSA/ACR familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and diagnostic mammographic procedures.
• Explain procedures to patients to reduce anxiety and obtain cooperation.
• Prepare and position patients for screening and diagnostic mammography.
• Adjust immobilization devices for optimal views and patient comfort.
• Obtain imaging factors and operate equipment to achieve high-quality results.
• Maintain radiation protection and sterile techniques.

Skills

Teamwork

Patient care

Communication

Attention to detail

Radiology safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

JRCERT Radiography program

Tools

Epic

SECTRA PACS

PACSGear

Job description

Job Overview

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Under general supervision, performs diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis of disease and injuries. This includes operating 2D and 3D tomosynthesis equipment and advanced imaging software in order to obtain imaging of designated areas of the breasts.

May perform or assist radiologists in carrying out more complex diagnostic examinations and assisting in sterile procedures.

Distinguishing Characteristics

• Able to operate various mammographic units (i.e. Hologic Selenia and Dimensions).

Locations

Stanford Medicine Partners.

What you will do

Patient Care

• Performs routine and diagnostic mammographic procedures.
• Exhibits a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
• Prepares and positions patients for screening and diagnostic mammographic procedures.
• Adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician.
• Obtains imaging acquisition factors based on area involved and the patients’ ability to cooperate.
• Moves imaging equipment into specified position.
• Adjusts equipment controls to set optimal factors for producing images of proper detail, density, and accuracy.
• Practices radiation protection, standard precautions, and proper sterilization techniques.

Imaging Supervisor Support

• Prepares images for interpretation by radiologist or clinician.
• Acquires, processes images, and reviews for proper identification and quality control.
• Assists radiologists and clinicians with diagnostic examinations.
• Completes and scans consent forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed.

Other Duties

Performs other duties as assigned and participates in organization projects; adheres to safety, P4P’s (if applicable), HIPAA and compliance policies.

Education Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Completion of a two (2) year JRCERT accredited program in Radiography (40 hours of initial training in Mammography, 8 hours of training in 2D Digital mammography and 8 hours of training in 3D tomosynthesis).

Experience Qualifications

• Three (3) years of experience or more, with at least one (1) year of Certification in Specialty.
• Quality Control, Diagnostic Mammography, MQSA and ACR accreditation experience preferred.
• Experience with Epic, SECTRA PACS and PACSGear preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.
• Competent in professional, technical, and leadership skills as obtained to be adequate by the site Manager.
• Superior patient care and communication skills to effectively present information to individuals and groups with high degree of Imaging services knowledge.
• Ability to perform all general diagnostic and routine duties on patients of all ages.
• Organizational and multi-tasking skills for supervising modalities (i.e. staff scheduling, ordering supplies, reviewing and updating workflow).
• Plans, organizes, and presents information to Imaging staff.
• Ability to anticipate and solve problems for smooth interdisciplinary operations.
• Must possess adequate computer skills to navigate electronic medical records system, digital systems and peripheral equipment.
• Ability to work with others in a flexible, cooperative and collaborative manner.
• Requires concentration to handle varying procedures and interruptions.

Licenses and Certifications

• Current American Heart Association Certification for Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers CRT and CRT-M.

Physical Demands and Work Conditions

• Occasional Sitting; Constant Walking; Constant Standing; Constant Bending; Frequent Squatting; Occasional Climbing; Occasional Kneeling; Seldom Crawling; Constant Hand Use; Frequent Repetitive Motion Hand Use; Frequent Grasping; Occasional Fine Manipulation; Frequent Pushing and Pulling; Occasional Reaching (above shoulder level); Frequent Twisting and Turning (Neck and Waist); Constant Vision (Color, Peripheral, Distance, Focus).
• Lifting: Frequent lifting of 0-10 lbs.; Occasional lifting 11-20 lbs.; Occasional lifting 21-30 lbs.; Occasional lifting 31-40 lbs.; Seldom lifting 40+ lbs. Carrying: Frequent lifting 0-10 lbs.; Occasional lifting 11-20 lbs.; Occasional lifting 21-30 lbs.; Occasional lifting 31-40 lbs.; Seldom lifting 40+ lbs.
• Working around equipment and machinery; Seldom walking on uneven ground; Seldom exposure to excessive noise; Seldom exposure to extremes in temperature, humidity or wetness; Seldom exposure to dust, gas, fumes or chemicals; Seldom working at heights; Frequent operation of foot controls or repetitive foot movement; Seldom use of special visual or auditory protective equipment; Frequent use of respirator; Constant working with biohazards such as blood borne pathogens, hospital waste, etc.; Hazardous drugs included; Blood Borne Pathogens Category I—tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.

Travel Requirements

20% travel.

Company Overview

University HealthCare Alliance dba Stanford Medicine Partners sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all patients, families and towards each other.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices.

Base Pay Scale

Generally starting at $60.26 - $79.85 per hour. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.