Mammography Technologist, Breast Imaging, Full Time, First Shift

UC Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to 15,000

Job summary

UC Health is hiring a Full Time Mammography Technologist in the radiology department at University of Cincinnati Medical Center. The role focuses on obtaining high-quality mammograms following ACR/FDA requirements, and gathering patient history for radiologist interpretation.

Location: Cincinnati, OH. A sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 is offered. Training is provided if needed to obtain advanced mammography certification within 12 months of start date.

Qualifications

• Completion of JRCERT approved program in Radiologic Technology.
• Registered as a Radiologic Technologist by the ARRT.
• Must obtain Advanced certification in mammography within 12 months of start date.
• Current licensure by the State of Ohio.
• Minimum 0–1 years; mammography experience preferred but training provided.

Responsibilities

• Performs mammographic and DEXA procedures in accordance with established protocols, including reviewing patient histories.
• Obtains patient history, locates prior examinations and prepares paperwork for radiologist interpretation.
• Submits completed studies to radiologists and ensures timely release of prior mammograms.
• Maintains equipment, supplies and records to support accreditation requirements.
• Provides patient instructions, ensures safety and comfort during examinations.
• Participates in continuing education and maintains required licensure; follows up on abnormal mammograms.

Skills

Patient communication

Education

JRCERT approved program in Radiologic Technology

Associate of Science Degree in Radiologic Technology

Registered Radiologic Technologist by ARRT

Current licensure by the State of Ohio

Advanced certification in mammography within 12 months of start date

Job description

Job Description

UC Health is hiring a Full Time Mammography Technologist for the radiology department at University of Cincinnati Medical Center. We are offering up to a $15,000 sign-on bonus! The Mammography Technologist obtains the highest quality mammograms following the ACR/FDA requirements. Obtains patient history, locate prior examinations and prepare paperwork for the radiologist’s interpretation.

About University of Cincinnati Medical Center

As part of the Clifton Campus of UC Health, Greater Cincinnati's academic health system, University of Cincinnati Medical Center has served Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky for nearly 200 years. Each year, hundreds of thousands of patients receive care from our world-renowned clinicians and care team. Our experts utilize the most advanced medical knowledge and technology available, providing a level of specialty and subspecialty medical care that is not available anywhere else in Greater Cincinnati. UC Medical Center is also home to medical breakthroughs‑our physician experts conduct basic, translational and clinical research, leading to new therapies and care protocols, and connecting patients to the latest and most advanced treatments. UC Medical Center houses Greater Cincinnati's only Level I adult trauma center, which includes the right mix of specialist and medical resources available at a moment's notice for a wide variety of the most complex medical conditions and injuries. Obtain the highest quality mammograms following the ACR/FDA requirements. Obtain patient history, locate prior examinations and prepare paperwork for the radiologist’s interpretation.

Location

Cincinnati, OH, United States

Qualifications

• Completion of JRCERT approved program in Radiologic Technology or an Associate of Science Degree in Radiology Technology
• Registered as a Radiologic Technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology
• Must obtain Advanced certification in mammography within 12 months of start date.
• Current licensure by the State of Ohio
• Minimum Required: 0-1 years. Prefer experience in mammography but will train.

About UC Health

UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching—a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members of UC Health include: UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, Bridgeway Pointe Assisted Living, University of Cincinnati Physicians and UC Health Ambulatory Services (with more than 900 board-certified clinicians and surgeons), Lindner Center of HOPE and several specialized institutes including: UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. Many UC Health locations have received national recognition for outstanding quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com. At UC Health, we’re proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering. As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world‑class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world.

UC Health is an EEO employer.

Responsibilities

• Engages in population appropriate communication.
• Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks.
• Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment.
• Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient. Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary.
• Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems.
• Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately.
• Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious / cultural norms.
• Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely.
• Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect.
• Performs mammographic and DEXA procedures in accordance with established protocols, which includes, but is not limited to, reviewing for appropriateness and completeness of patient histories and requested services. Explains procedures to patients.
• Prepares images, prior studies and paperwork including patient history and location of previous films.
• Submits completed studies to the radiologists for interpretation. Faxes release form to appropriate facility for release of previous mammograms. Follows up films are received in timely manner. Digitizes images, ensures images are available for radiologist in Dx Secure View.
• Maintains appropriate records and supplies. Assists with meeting all requirements for the different accreditations.
• Participates in continuing education activities related to the field of Mammography. Obtains and maintains required licensure. Demonstrates and maintains skill in providing care for patients of specific age groups, such as adult and geriatric, through in-service and continuing education.
• Performs evaluative equipment tests and participates in Quality Assurance program.
• Qualifies patients for funding programs. Maintains record of results. Tracks grant funds.
• Tracks patient results and notifies appropriate parties to ensure proper follow up is obtained. Does all follow up of abnormal mammograms including calling patients to schedule return appointments.