Mammography Technologist

Stanford Health Care; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 93,773 - 105,606; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Yearly education fund of $2,000

Free public transit commute

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in San Jose seeks a Mammography Technologist to perform screening and diagnostic procedures. The ideal candidate is expected to assist radiologists, bill complex procedures, and maintain state-of-the-art equipment in a patient-centered environment. This full-time role offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• One year of progressively responsible and directly related work experience.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Knowledge of methods of positioning patients for radiographic procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical activities associated with mammography procedures.
• Assist radiologist with procedures and quality assurance.
• Prepare and set up medical supplies using aseptic techniques.

Skills

Ability to accurately bill complex procedures and supplies

Effective communication skills

Ability to establish and maintain relationships

Team player

Knowledge of anatomy and physiology

Education

License/Certification Requirement

Tools

Digital Mammography Equipment

Radiology Information Systems

Job description

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1.0 FTE Full time Day - 08 Hour R2546455 Onsite 107630015 Diag Rad Mammography Blake Wilbur Allied Health PALO ALTO, 875 Blake Wilbur Dr, California

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Day - 08 Hour (United States of America)

The Stanford Outpatient Imaging Centers have the state-of-the-art MRI (1.5 T and 3T MRI) scanners, Digital Mammography with Tomosynthesis, Ultrasound, and Bone Density, offering referring physicians and patients easy access to the latest advances in imaging.

Stanford Health Care's state of the art imaging department is committed to providing outstanding care, utilizing state-of-the-art technology, and offering the subspecialty expertise of Stanford's world-renowned Department of Radiology. Our team of medical professionals conduct more than a quarter of a million studies each year, maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence provided in a compassionate, caring environment.

• We are a top 10 ranked level 1 trauma magnet facility in the U.S with top 15 world recognition and state-of-the-art facilities.
• Our compensation rates are extremely competitive.
• We invest in your continued career growth with yearly education funds of $2,000.00 and invest in your retirement with a robust matching program.
• We help you commute to work for free on public transit.
  
  

This is a Stanford Health Care job.

A Brief Overview

Perform a variety of technical activities associated with the performance of screening and diagnostic mammography procedures. Assists radiologist with mammography procedures (cores, fine-needle aspirates (FNA's) and localizations). Complies with all regulatory mandates for mammography. Performs quality assurance on digital equipment as assigned. Performs exams and assists Radiologists in a teaching and research facility.

Locations

Stanford Health Care

What You Will Do

• Assists patients in filling out mammography questionnaire and offers patient education (brochures and Health Library). Handles all paperwork associated with procedure appropriately and efficiently.
• Assists with mammography ancillary functions such as assisting in obtaining outside films for comparison and follow up process. Filming images as required. Faxing of patient consent forms to Facilities; faxing of abnormal results to physicians.
• Assists with procedures requiring knowledge of J wire placements, ultrasound guided core, needle biopsies, wire placements. Performs specimens of biopsy including transport procedure.
• Charges mammographic procedures and supplies in Radiology Information Systems.
• Correctly obtains and identifies mammography images, manipulates and sends images via the Picture Archive Communication System (PACS) network; moves images to physicians reading stations.
• Develops mammographic film. Match with the appropriate paperwork for interpretation.
• Evaluates radiographs for diagnostic quality obtaining additional images as needed.
• Performs a variety of tasks involving the operation of mammographic radiographic equipment and other.
• equipment/devices as appropriate. Position patients, using immobilization when necessary. Calculate exposure factors, assist physicians.
• Prepares and set up medical supplies using aseptic techniques if appropriate. Explain all mammography exams to patients to achieve patient cooperation.
• Utilizes all digital mammography equipment and performs maintenance, trouble shooting, turns on/off, and calls for service. Performs the quality control functions related to mammography.
  
  

Education Qualifications

• Requirement met by License/Certification Requirement
  
  

Experience Qualifications

• One (1) year of progressively responsible and directly related work experience
  
  

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to accurately bill complex procedures and supplies in a timely fashion
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with widely diverse groups, including individuals at all levels both within and outside the organization and gain their cooperation
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to position standard mammograms as well as non-routine views (mags, spot views)
• Ability to work effectively as a team player
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and congenital/acquired pathology as they relate to the use and interpretation of ultrasound diagnostic procedures
• Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area
• Knowledge of methods of positioning patients for radiographic and magnetic resonance imaging procedures
• Knowledge of principles of image processing and development
• Knowledge of radiographic and fluoroscopic techniques, methods and equipment
• Knowledge of safety principles and procedures related to ultrasound procedures and equipment
• Knowledge of ultrasound diagnostic procedures and equipment/instrumentation
  
  

Licenses and Certifications

• CRT and
• MAM - Mammography Cert and
• BLS - Basic Life Support
  
  

These Principles Apply To ALL Employees

SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience

Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford’s patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery.

You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family’s perspective:

• Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care
• Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health
• Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.

Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $68.07 - $76.66 per hour

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

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Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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