Mammography Technologist - PRN

rayusexternalcareers; North Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 63,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401k with company match

Life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Pet insurance

PTO and holiday pay

Job summary

RAYUS Radiology in Minnesota seeks a Mammography Technologist to operate mammography imaging equipment, produce diagnostic images with care, and deliver patient-centered service with a focus on quality and safety.

The casual/PRN position offers a flexible schedule, on-site work, and involvement in maintaining accreditation, dose optimization, protocol updates, inventory management, and workflow efficiency within the radiology department.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of AMA approved radiography program.
• ARRT registered technologist in good standing.
• Licensed Radiologic Technologist in state, if applicable.
• Current CPR certification.
• Able to perform mammography independently.
• Certification in imaging specialty.
• Continuing CEUs as required by MQSA or state.

Responsibilities

• Operate mammography imaging equipment to produce diagnostic images.
• Explain procedures and position patients for imaging procedures.
• Follow safety regulations and maintain records in RIS.
• Assist with department protocol updates and training as needed.

Skills

Mammography imaging

Patient positioning

Dose optimization

RIS workflow experience

Bilingual

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

AMA-approved radiography program

ARRT registered technologist

Licensed Radiologic Technologist (state)

CPR certification

MQSA/CEU compliance

Imaging specialty certification

Job description

RAYUS now offers DailyPay! Work today, get paid today! The pay range for this position is $30.00-$45.69 based on direct and relevant experience.

RAYUS Radiology is looking for a Mammography Technologistto join our team. As a Mammography Technologist, you will beresponsible for the operation of assigned scanner(s) to produce images of the patient's body for diagnostic purposes. Taking a patient centered approach, you will provide MRI services within professional standards and with excellent customer service.

This is a casual/PRN position, flexible schedule.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(90%) Patient Mammography Imaging

1. Screens patient before exam for any precautions or contradictions pertaining to examination, using two patient identifiers to ensure correct patient and procedure
2. Explains and prepares patients for Mammography imaging procedures that will be performed, explaining the procedure, positioning patients so that the parts of the body can be appropriately imaged/scanned
3. Performs routine and advanced Mammography imaging procedures on designated portions of the body for use by physicians in the diagnosing and treating of patient illness and/or injury with minimal amount of supervision or repeats scanned, while providing patient support by talking to patients throughout procedure
4. Adjusts Mammography scan parameters correctly and as needed, utilizing dose reduction techniques as appropriate
5. Follows physicians' orders precisely, conforms to safety regulations, and accurately maintains patient records within Radiology Information System (RIS)
6. Maintains an orderly and clean work area including equipment promoting good safety habits for patients and team members
7. Maintains ACR toolkit and accreditation requirements

(5%) Mammography Department Support

1. Assists with maintaining an updated imaging protocol manual and software upgrades
2. Monitors medical supply inventory and requests supplies as necessary
3. Assists with training of new team members, providing resource and technical expertise, as applicable

(5%) Completes other tasks as assigned

Required:

1. High School diploma, or equivalent
2. Graduate of an American Medical Association (AMA) approved school of radiography
3. ARRT registered technologist, current and in good standing
4. Licensed Radiologic Technologist in the appropriate state, if applicable
5. Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
6. Must have sufficient training and experience to competently perform mammography procedures independently
7. Certification in imaging specialty
8. Must have continuing CEU's in modality as required by MQSA or state specific

Preferred:

1. Bilingual

RAYUS is committed to delivering clinical excellence in communities across the U.S., driven by our passion for and superior service to referring providers and patients. RAYUS Radiology is built on our brilliant medicine, brilliant team, brilliant technology and services - all to provide the highest level of patient care possible.

We bring brilliance to health and wellness. Join our team and shine the light on Radiology Services! RAYUS Radiology is an EO Employer/Vets/Disabled.

We offer benefits (based on eligibility) including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k with company match, life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, pet insurance, PTO and holiday pay and many more! Visit our career page to see them all www.rayusradiology.com/careers.

DailyPay implementation is contingent upon initial set-up period.