Mammography Technologist PRN

Intermountain Health; American Fork (UT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a skilled Mammography Technologist to join their team. This role involves performing high-quality mammography procedures and ensuring patient safety through proper identification and documentation. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work independently, utilizing their expertise in advanced mammography techniques while contributing to patient care and safety. With a commitment to wellness and a generous benefits package, this position offers a fulfilling career path in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about women's health and have the necessary qualifications, consider this rewarding opportunity.

Benefits

Generous benefits package

Wellness programs

Diversity and inclusion commitment

Qualifications

• ARRT registration and current Rad Tech license required.
• Must meet mammography specific ACR & FDA/MQSA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiologic mammography exams per department protocol.
• Ensure proper patient identification and documentation.

Skills

Mammography procedures

Patient identification

Radiation protection

Documentation

Communication skills

Education

ARRT registration

Rad Tech license

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Mammography Certification

Tools

Mammographic equipment

Job description

Job Description:

The Mammography Technologist performs radiographic mammography procedures which produce high quality diagnostic films for use in the detection of breast tissue abnormalities. This position works on a level not requiring constant supervision and performs a variety of procedures that require independent judgment, creativity, and initiative.

Job Details

• Department Location: Intermountain Health American Fork Hospital

• Scheduled Weekly Hours: PRN or as needed

• Shift: Hours and shifts will vary depending on needs.

Job Essentials

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

• Performs radiologic mammography exams per department protocol including advanced Mammography procedures like stereotactic biopsies, clip placements, drainages, etc.

• Demonstrates positioning competency.

• Knowledgeable regarding breast self-examinations via answering questions and providing written materials to patients.

• Operates the mammographic equipment to ensure that diagnostic images of high quality are produced.

• Appropriately uses equipment, maneuvers the unit, and selects techniques to produce diagnostic images.

• Appropriately uses radiation protection to ensure the safety of patients and staff and meets all ALARA program requirements.

• Keeps current on new procedures and equipment so skills remain at a high level.

• Maintain records required by JCAHO and the Utah State Bureau of Radiation Control.

• Thoroughly and accurately completes all required documentation, including time stamps and image storage.

Minimum Qualifications

• ARRT registration.

• Current Rad Tech license in the state of practice.

• Must meet and maintain mammography specific ACR & FDA/MQSA requirements.

• Must meet and maintain the ARRT Advanced Mammography Certification.

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experienced with CT and X-Ray.

• Experience in Imaging or Mammography.

Physical Requirements:

Lifting, Manual Dexterity, Pulling/Pushing, Seeing, Speaking, Standing, Walking.

Location:

Intermountain Health American Fork Hospital

Work City:

American Fork

Work State:

Utah

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

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The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience: $34.06 - $52.55.

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 packages for our Idaho, Nevada, and Utah based caregivers, and for our Colorado, Montana, and Kansas based caregivers; and our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

All positions subject to close without notice.