Mammography Technologist | Precision Imaging & Patient Care

MercyOne; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne in Ankeny, IA is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to independently perform mammography procedures under the direction of a Radiologist and/or manager in a highly technical and professional manner.

You will perform mammography on scheduled shifts, operate equipment, and provide patient education across age groups while maintaining department standards and teamwork with staff and physicians.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an accredited two year Radiologic Technology program.
• Registry eligible or Registered Radiologic Technologist (R).
• Maintains active registry status in ARRT.
• Maintains current Iowa Permit to Practice.
• Participates in professional society (ISRT or SCD).
• 1 CEU per year in Radiation Safety / 24 CEU’s every 2 years.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certified.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training.

Responsibilities

• Performs mammography procedures on scheduled shifts, operates mammography equipment.
• Provides care to neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Provides patient/family or caregiver education and counseling.
• Maintains open and positive communication with staff and physicians.
• Instructs, supervises, and evaluates student technologists.
• Presents a positive image to community and professional contacts.
• Promotes professionalism with the department, hospital, and community; acts as a role model.
• Demonstrates proficiency in performing all exams according to protocol; keeps the department clean and stocked.
• Operates equipment safely and reports malfunctions to manager/Bio-med.

Education

Radiologic Technology program

ARRT Registry eligibility or registration

ARRT Registry active status

Iowa Permit to Practice

Professional society (ISRT or SCD)

CEU requirements ( Radiation Safety / 24 CEUs every 2 years )

BLS Certification for Healthcare Providers

Mandatory Reporter abuse training completion

Job description

MercyOne in Ankeny, IA is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to independently perform mammography procedures under the direction of a Radiologist and/or manager in a highly technical and professional manner.

You will perform mammography on scheduled shifts, operate equipment, and provide patient education across age groups while maintaining department standards and teamwork with staff and physicians.