Mammography Technologist and Breast Sonographer PRN

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine; Lafayette (CO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Intermountain Health is seeking a Mammography Technologist and Breast Sonographer at Good Samaritan Hospital in Lafayette, CO. The role is PRN and requires expertise in mammography, breast ultrasound, and biopsy procedures to support our radiology team.

You will ensure high-quality imaging, patient comfort, and adherence to safety protocols while collaborating with radiologists and staff in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• ARRT Mammography certification or equivalent.
• State Rad Tech license where applicable.
• BLS certification for healthcare providers.
• Evidence of Mammography and breast ultrasound proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Maintains ARRT or modality-specific competency in clinical and technical functions.
• Identifies patient, verifies orders, and prepares for exam.
• Performs radiologic breast imaging including Ultrasound and stereotactic/breast biopsy procedures.
• Demonstrates proper positioning and records diagnostic information.
• Operates mammography and ultrasound equipment to produce high-quality images.
• Adheres to radiation safety and maintains a safe environment.
• Provides patient education and ensures comfort.
• Follows infection control and sterile techniques.
• Documents procedures and any adverse reactions accurately.
• Follows protocols, coding, consents, QC programs, and reports equipment issues.

Skills

Mammography

Breast Ultrasound

Biopsies

Patient Identification

Radiation Protection

Following Protocols

Image Evaluation

Emergency Response

Effective Communication

Task Prioritization

Documentations

Recordkeeping

Education

Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program

ARRT Mammography

Rad Tech license in state of practice

BLS for healthcare providers

Demonstrated Mammography and breast Ultrasound proficiency

Job description

Job Description

The Mammography Technologist and Breast Sonographer is responsible for performing screening and diagnostic mammography exams, breast ultrasounds, and biopsies and procedures on patients using specialized equipment. This position works closely with radiologists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate and high-quality imaging results. This is a “hybrid” role used in areas where both mammography and sonography are required to provide patient care and this role requires a strong understanding of imaging techniques in both mammography and ultrasound, excellent patient care skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Posting Specifics

Shift Details: PRN (as needed)

Unit/Location: Good Samaritan Hospital

Additional Details: Please review Minimum Qualifications listed below before applying.

Are you interested in advancing your career while helping people live the healthiest lives possible? As a Mammography Technologist and Breast Sonographer at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our clinical team, ensuring our patients receive the best care. At Intermountain, you will be part of a team that values career advancement, innovation and collaboration, where your skills are valued, and your contributions make a lasting impact.

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As a Mammography Technologist and Breast Sonographer at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our clinical team, ensuring our patients receive the best care by:

Essential Functions

• Maintains American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or modality-specific competency in all clinical and technical functions


• Ensures proper patient identification, orders verification, and prepares the patient for the exam


• Performs radiologic breast imaging exams per department protocol including Breast Ultrasound and advanced Mammography procedures like stereotactic biopsies, Ultrasound core biopsies, clip placements, drainages, etc.


• Demonstrates positioning competency.


• Operates the mammography and ultrasound equipment with skills to identify and record anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information, ensuring high quality images 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.

Skills

• Mammography


• Breast Ultrasound


• Biopsies


• Patient Identification


• Radiation Protection


• Following Protocols


• Image Evaluation


• Emergency Response


• Effective Communication


• Task Prioritization


• Documentations


• Recordkeeping

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program of Radiologic Technology


• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Mammography


• Rad Tech license in state of practice, if applicable in state of practice


• Basic Life Support certification (BLS) for healthcare providers


• Demonstrated experience and proficiency in Mammography and breast Ultrasound

Preferred Qualifications

• ARRT Breast Ultrasound or ARDMS Sonography or ARDMS Sonography


• Three years of experience working in Mammography and breast Ultrasound

Physical Requirements

• Ongoing 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. Typical include 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 an extended period of time.


• For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.

Location

Good Samaritan Hospital

Work City

Lafayette

Work State

Colorado

Scheduled Weekly Hours

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The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$35.60 - $54.93

We 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.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.

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