Mammography Technologist

Renown Health; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Renown Health is seeking a skilled Mammography Technician in Reno, NV, to produce diagnostic mammograms and assist physicians in procedures. The incumbent must ensure quality patient care and operate mammographic equipment proficiently. Required qualifications include state certification and training in operating hospital systems. Join us to provide vital imaging services in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must be proficient in the use of mammographic equipment.
• Basic knowledge of English for communication.
• Possess necessary certifications prior to starting.

Responsibilities

• Produce diagnostic mammograms.
• Assist radiologist and physicians in procedures.
• Ensure patient care and quality standards.

Skills

Operating mammographic equipment

Patient care

Technical decision making

Competency in age-specific care

Education

Working-level knowledge of English

State of Nevada Certification

A.R.R.T., R.T.(R)(M)

Tools

Mammography unit

Hospital and department computer systems

Job description

Position Purpose

Under the supervision of the Manager of Reno Breast Center, the incumbent produces diagnostic mammograms, assists the radiologist and referring physicians in mammographic procedures, and ensures patient care while representing the purpose of Renown Health.

Nature and Scope

The major challenges to this position include understanding and applying the technical skills required to operate mammographic equipment. The incumbent must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care based on physical, motor/sensory, psychosocial, and safety appropriate to adult and geriatric patients served, and meet standards of quality as measured by the unit/department age‑specific competency standards. The incumbent may be asked to perform other job duties related to Reno Breast Center as needed. This position has the authority to make technical decisions that will provide the best possible mammographic image quality. This position must be proficient in the use of the MAMMOGRAPHY UNIT and will require training and general knowledge attained to operate the hospital and department computer systems. This position does provide patient care.

Disclaimer

The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Must have working‑level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing and speaking English.
• Experience: None.
• License(s): (A.R.R.T.), R.T.(R)(M), State of Nevada Certification.
• Certification(s): CPR upon hire.
• Computer / Typing: Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computer skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job‑specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.