— Mammography Technologist

Renown Health; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Renown Health in Reno Cancer Center is seeking a Mammography Technologist to perform diagnostic mammograms under the supervision of the Manager of Reno Breast Center. The role involves assisting radiologists, ensuring patient care, and maintaining image quality using the mammography unit. Training in hospital computer systems is included.

The position requires ARRT RT(R)(M) license and Nevada certification, and CPR upon hire. Per Diem - Non Benefited, Day shift, on-site in Reno.

Qualifications

• Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing and speaking English.

Responsibilities

• Produce diagnostic mammograms and assist the radiologist and referring physicians in mammographic procedures.
• Ensure patient care and safety during mammography and related procedures.
• Operate the mammography unit and be proficient with hospital computers; perform related duties as needed.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

Nevada license (ARRT RT(R)(M)) and State Certification

Job description

# Mammography TechnologistRequisition ID: 184420Department: 400749 OP ImagingSchedule: Per Diem - Non BenefitedShift: DayCategory: Allied HealthApply Now**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 being able to understand and apply 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. This position will require training and general knowledge attained to operate the hospital and department computer systems.This position does provide patient care.DisclaimerThe 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**Requirements - Required and/or Preferred| **Name** | **Description** || --- | --- || 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 computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc. |