Mammography Technologist - PRN, HCH & Community Clinics

University of Utah Health; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Mammography Technologist for patient-focused breast imaging roles in Salt Lake City. This entry-level position involves performing breast imaging procedures, educating patients, and maintaining compliance with imaging guidelines. Candidates should have current licensure and experience in mammography.

Qualifications

• Current licensure to practice as a Radiologic Technologist in Utah.
• Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist for Mammography.
• Three years of experience in breast imaging preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform breast imaging procedures and assist in biopsies.
• Educate patients about procedures and maintain a supportive environment.
• Document patient information accurately and participate in quality improvement.

Skills

Effective communication

Patient care

Quality control

Multitasking

Education

Licensure as a Radiologic Technologist

Certification in Mammography, R.T. (M) (ARRT)

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Overview

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, belonging, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

Overview

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, belonging, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position functions as a specialist in various areas of breast imaging. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law.

Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Performs various breast imaging procedures with the use of ionizing and non-ionizing equipment, and may perform or assist in performing Ultrasound guided or Stereotactic breast biopsies.
• Complies with ACR imaging guidelines to produce optimum radiographs.
• Educates patients regarding their procedure and maintains a safe, comfortable, supportive environment for the patient throughout the exam.
• Communicates educational information to patients about breast cancer risks and breast imaging information.
• Participates in and is responsible for designated aspects of departmental and procedural quality improvement.
• Collects and documents patient information accurately and in a timely manner, and assists in patient follow-up.
• Trains new and student mammography technologists to expected performance levels in breast Imaging techniques and quality improvement.
• Identifies and assists in rectifying equipment problems.
• Inventories supplies.
  
  

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks in a demanding environment.
• Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills.
• Ability to maintain compliance with all regulatory agencies over breast imaging services, including assisting with quality control and strict documentation on equipment and services and effectively communicating with patients regarding their procedure and concerns, establishing an understanding, and safely completing a quality exam.
  
  

Qualifications

QualificationsLicenses Required

• Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Current licensure to practice as a Radiologic Technologist in the State of Utah.
• Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist for Mammography, R.T. (M) (ARRT).
• Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.
  
  

Preferred

Qualifications (Preferred)

• Stereotactic breast biopsy experience.
• Three (3) years of experience in breast imaging.
  
  

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.

• This position involves intermediate working conditions in a healthcare setting that may exert up to 50 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving patients or objects, such as medical equipment, while providing patient care.
  
  

Physical Requirements

Pulling and/or Pushing, Sitting, Standing, Walking

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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