Mammography Technologist - Full Time - Sign On/Relo Bonuses

Kingman Healthcare; Kingman (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Kingman Healthcare in Kingman, AZ, is seeking a full-time Mammography Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging procedures under a radiologist's supervision.

This position includes sign-on bonuses of $10,000 and relocation bonuses of $4,000 for qualified candidates. The role demands expertise in digital mammography and effective patient care, ensuring compliance with safety and hygiene standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) Program.
• Current registration and licensure in Mammography by the Arizona Department of Health Services (AZDHS).
• Minimum of 1 year experience as a mammography technologist.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic exams to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Administer ionizing radiation for diagnosis under the direction of a radiologist.
• Monitor patient and equipment during procedures and document occurrences in imaging software.

Skills

Mammography expertise

Patient care

Radiation safety

Technical equipment management

Education

Graduate of an ARRT Program

BLS Certification

Tools

Imaging software

X-ray equipment

Patient management devices

Job description

Mammography Technologist - Full Time - Sign On/Relo Bonuses

Kingman, AZ, United States

Job Description

$10,000 Sign On and $4,000 Relocation Bonuses Available to Qualified Candidates!

Position Title:Mammography Technologist

Position Purpose:

All KHI employees are expected to perform their respective tasks and duties in such a way that supports KHI’s vision to be among the kindest, highest quality health systems in the country.

Under the direction of the radiologist, performs appropriate diagnostic exams and studies to ensure safe, high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities

Evaluation and Implementation of Appropriate Care

Under the direction of the Radiologist and the Arizona Department of Health Services (AZDHS), administers ionizing radiation for the purpose of diagnosis which includes positioning the x-ray beam with respect to the patient, anatomically positioning the patient, selecting exposure factors, and initiating exposure.

Uses professional judgment to adapt imaging procedures to ensure quality diagnostic outcomes.

After reviewing all pertinent data and assessing the patient’s abilities and condition, selects the most appropriate patient care plan.

Selects appropriate shielding devices and appropriate immobilization devices.

Assesses factors that may contraindicate the procedure, such as medications or insufficient patient preparation.

Reconfirms patient identification using two unique identifiers (Name and DOB) and verifies procedure requested. Verifies female patient pregnancy status when appropriate.

Able to recognize significant clinical information and historical facts, from the patient and from the medical record, which may impact the examination.

Monitors patient and equipment during procedures, accurately documents exam times (start and stop), patient reactions or problems, and reports concerns or issues immediately to supervisor.

Documents patient and exam occurrences in the appropriate Imaging software database, to include exam start and complete times.

Quality of Care

The technologist provides evidence-based care so as to prevent the development of a Healthcare Acquired Condition and hospital readmissions.

The technologist practices standard precautions during patient contact and while handling contaminated materials.

The technologist complies with CDC hand hygiene guidelines and works to reduce hospital acquired infections and other conditions.

Qualifications

Required Education: Graduate of an American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) Program

Required Certification: BLS through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Required Licensure:

• Current registration and licensure by the ARRT
• Current registration and licensure in Mammography by the Arizona Department of Health Services (AZDHS(M))
• Registration and licensure in Mammography through ARRT required or within 6 months post educational cross training within organization

Preferences

Education:

Education preferred from an educational institution approved by ARRT, Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JCERT), or the American College of Radiology (ACR)

Experience:

Minimum of 1 years of experience as mammography technologist performing digital mammography

Special Position Requirements

Exposure Categories: Category II: Expected duties have possible, but not routine, potential for exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues.

Work Requirements

• Able to manage technical business equipment i.e. phone, fax, computer etc.
• Able to assist with the movement/manipulation of a patient and equipment weighing up to and over 300 lbs.
• Able to care for patients with infectious diseases.
• Able to sit, stand, walk, and bend for the duration of the scheduled shift.
• Able to demonstrate concentration and visual and auditory acuity to watch monitors and follow instructions during exams.