Mammography Technologist

Sanford Bemidji; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health seeks a Mammography Technologist to perform mammogram examinations, ensure patients' comfort, and maintain quality records. This role requires certification from the ARRT, along with expertise in mammography procedures and a compassionate approach to patient care. Join a leading health system dedicated to improving patient health and safety.

Benefits

Sign on bonus available

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Operates mammography equipment and performs various examinations.
• Delivers care and support services to clients before, during, and after procedures.
• Maintains records and educates clients on the importance of mammography.

Skills

Mammography techniques

Patient care

Radiation safety standards

Anatomy knowledge

Compassion

Education

Educational program accepted by the ARRT or JRCERT

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

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:

Varies (United States of America)

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:

Varies (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36Salary Range: $32.00 - $49.50Sign on bonus available!

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 JointReview 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 certificationin 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.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].

About Us

Sanford Health, one of the largest health systems in the United States, is dedicated to the integrated delivery of health care, genomic medicine, senior care and services, global clinics, research and affordable insurance.

Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization includes 44 hospitals, 1,400 physicians and more than 200 Good Samaritan Society senior care locations in 26 states and nine countries.