Mammography Technologist

Sanford Health; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health system seeks a Mammography Technologist to operate mammography equipment and perform examinations. This role includes ensuring patient safety, processing images, and educating clients on the importance of mammography. Ideal candidates will have ARRT certification and a compassionate approach to patient care.

Qualifications

• Completion of an educational program accepted by ARRT or JRCERT is required.
• Registration with the ARRT is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six weeks of employment is required.

Responsibilities

• Operates mammography equipment and performs various mammography-related examinations.
• Ensures accurate body positioning and provides mammograms under supervision.
• Delivers care and support services to clients before, during, and after procedures.

Skills

Compassion

Positive Attitude

Knowledge of Anatomy

Understanding of Medical Terminology

Education

Educational program accepted by ARRT or JRCERT

ARRT certification in Mammography within one year of hire

Job description

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

Work Shift:

10 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

Union Position:

No

Department Details

Summary

Operates mammography equipment and performs various mammography-related examinations to produce radiograph images for clinical screening and diagnostic purposes.

Job Description

Ensures accurate body positioning and provides mammograms to women under direct supervision. Implements radiation safety standards and relevant policies into imaging practices. Processes and evaluates the technical quality of images. Delivers care and support services to clients before, during, and after mammogram procedures (e.g. explaining procedures, answering inquires, etc.).

Possesses a positive attitude, compassion, and an acceptance of diversity. Maintains records and updates history associated with mammography. Educates women the importance of mammography in preventing breast cancer. Demonstrates knowledge and an understanding of anatomy, pathology, physiology, and medical terminology. Maintains continuing education credits as necessary.

Sanford Rural Health Network Facility sites may expand job responsibilities based on the needs of the facility, to include, but not limited to: on-call rotation nights, weekends, and holidays. Perform diagnostic radiology procedures. Perform basic diagnostic radiology tasks and aware of general radiology protocols. May perform mobile imaging, electrocardiogram (EKG), cardiac monitor placement, and dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) procedures.

Qualifications

Completion of an educational program accepted by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) is required.

A thorough understanding of mammography techniques and procedures is preferred.

Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is required. Certified or obtain ARRT certification in Mammography within one year of hire. When applicable, maintenance of a valid driver’s license and good driving record is required. Employees are held to the Sanford category driver's license policy and medical guidelines when applicable for job duties. If working in North Dakota and performing medical imaging or radiation therapy procedures, licensure through the North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (NDMIRT) Board is required. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six weeks of employment and re-certification as necessary is required.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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