Mammography Technologist

Intermountain Healthcare; Sandy (UT); On-site; USD 74,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Intermountain Health in Sandy, Utah, seeks a Mammography Technologist to perform screening and diagnostic mammography, including stereotactic biopsies, while collaborating with radiologists to ensure superior imaging quality.

The role requires ARRT certification (or cross-training), BLS, and a strong patient-care focus. This full-time position offers a 4x10 schedule and a $2,500 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program of Radiologic Technology.
• ARRT Mammography certification or current training to cross-train in mammography.
• BLS for healthcare providers.
• State rad tech license (if applicable).
• Experience in imaging or mammography preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform mammography exams per department protocol, including stereotactic biopsy, clip placements, drainages, and related procedures.
• Operate mammography equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images.
• Adhere to radiation safety guidelines and maintain a safe working environment.
• Provide patient education, ensure comfort, and address concerns.
• Complete documentation of procedures, patient information, and any adverse reactions.
• Follow coding, charging, QC programs, and report equipment failures.

Skills

Mammography

Biopsies

Patient Identification

Radiation Protection

Image Evaluation

Emergency Response

Communication

Documentation

Protocol Adherence

Education

Accredited Radiologic Technology Program

Job description

Job Description:As a Mammography Technologist, you will be responsible for performing screening and diagnostic mammography exams on patients using specialized equipment. You will work closely with radiologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate and high-quality imaging results. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of imaging techniques, excellent patient care skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.Job DetailsBenefits Eligible: YesSchedule / Shift Details: 4 x 10 hr shifts; Monday - Friday 7a - 5:30p; rotating Saturdays as neededUnit / Location(s): Alta View Hospital, Riverton Hospital, LDS Hospital, IMCAdditional Details: $2,500 sign on bonus for eligible candidatesOpen to new Mammography gradsEssential FunctionsMaintains American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or modality-specific competency in all clinical and technical functionsEnsures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the examPerforms radiologic mammography exams per department protocol including advanced Mammography procedures like stereotactic biopsies, clip placements, drainages, etc.Demonstrates positioning competency.Operates the mammographic equipment to ensure that diagnostic images of high quality are produced.Adheres to radiation safety guidelines and maintains a safe working environment.Provides appropriate patient education, ensures patient comfort, and addresses concerns.Practices appropriate infection control and sterile techniques.Thoroughly and accurately completes all required documentation, record patient information, procedures performed and any adverse reactions.Follows protocols, coding, charging, consents, QC programs, and reporting equipment failures.SkillsMammographyBiopsiesPatient IdentificationRadiation ProtectionFollowing ProtocolsImage EvaluationEmergency ResponseEffective CommunicationTask PrioritizationDocumentationsRecordkeepingMinimum QualificationsEducationGraduate of an accredited program of Radiologic TechnologyLicenses and CertificationsAmerican Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)Rad Tech license in state of practice (if applicable).Basic Life Support certification (BLS) for healthcare providersPreferred QualificationsLicenses and CertificationsARRT Mammography or currently attending and receiving formal training to cross-train in mammographyExperienceExperience in Imaging (preferred)Experience in Mammography (preferred)Physical RequirementsOngoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)May be expected to stand in a stationary position for a long time.Location:Intermountain Health Alta View HospitalWork City:SandyWork State:UtahScheduled Weekly Hours:40The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.$35.60 - $54.93We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.By applying for a position with Intermountain, I acknowledge that I will comply with all applicable Intermountain policies and expectations. If applying for a remote or hybrid role, this includes remote work expectations related to confidentiality, information security, work schedules, conflicts of interest, and use of company equipment. I further acknowledge that outside employment or activities may not interfere with job responsibilities or create a conflict of interest with Intermountain. 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