Per Diem Mammography Technologist I/II - Kelsey-Seybold Clinic: Bay Area

Optum; Webster (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Mammography Technologist to perform Mammography and DEXA studies and support radiology operations. You will use RIS and PACS and may take on additional duties aligned with your training and credentials.

Ideal candidates will hold ARRT MRT-General and ARRT(M) eligibility within one year, with BLS and strong communication skills. This role pays hourly and integrates with a large health care network in the Houston area.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technology program with 40 hours mammography training and 25 supervised exams to meet minimum FDA/TMB requirements.
• ARRT(R) MRT-General Certificate; ARRT(M) within one year of eligibility.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association.
• Experience with quality assurance measures and accreditation in mammography.

Responsibilities

• Perform Mammography and DEXA studies as ordered by a physician.
• Utilize Radiology Information System (RIS) and PACS.
• Possible duties beyond radiology based on training and credentials.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Mammography QA

Customer service

Education

Radiologic Technology program

Mammography training (40 hrs)

ARRT MRT-General Certificate

BLS (American Heart Association)

Tools

RIS

PACS

Microsoft

Job description

Improve the lives of others while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Explore opportunities with Kelsey‑Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. Work with one of the nation’s leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ locations throughout Houston. Be part of a team that is nationally recognized for delivering coordinated and accountable care. As a multi-specialty clinic, we offer care from more than 900 medical providers in 65 medical specialties. Take on a rewarding opportunity to help drive higher quality, higher patient satisfaction and lower total costs. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Upon the order of a qualified physician, the Mammography Technologist will utilize equipment which produces ionizing radiation to obtain images for diagnostic purposes according to policies, procedures, and protocols of the KSC Radiology Department and Kelsey‑Seybold Clinic


• The Mammography Technologist will perform Mammography and DEXA studies


• The Mammography Technologist will utilize the designated Radiology Information System (RIS) and designated PACS system


• May be assigned to other duties, technical or non-technical if training, experience, and credentials are deemed adequate by supervisor to perform those duties


• Upon the order of a qualified physician, the Mammography Technologist will utilize equipment which produces ionizing radiation to obtain images for diagnostic purposes according to policies, procedures, and protocols of the KSC Radiology Department and Kelsey‑Seybold Clinic


• The Mammography Technologist will perform Mammography and DEXA studies


• The Mammography Technologist will utilize the designated Radiology Information System (RIS) and designated PACS system


• May be assigned to other duties, technical or non-technical if training, experience, and credentials are deemed adequate by supervisor to perform those duties


• The Mammography Technologist will perform Mammography and DEXA studies, in addition to general radiographic studies, fluoroscopic studies, ASC procedures, and/or SCNB procedures

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications(All Levels):

• High School diploma or GED


• Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technology program. 40 hours mammography training approved by the ARRT and 25 supervised exams to meet the minimum initial FDA & TMB requirements for mammographers


• ARRT (R) MRT-General Certificate


• Employee must attain ARRT(M) within one year of eligibility


• BLS through American Heart Association


• Experience using Microsoft. Working knowledge of mammography quality assurance measures and accreditation requirements


• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• 40 hours mammography training approved by the ARRT to meet the minimum initial FDA & TMB requirements for mammographers


• ARRT (R)(M) MRT-General Certificate


• 2+ years of experience in mammography or 1+ years of KSC experience in X-ray and/or SCNB experience


• PACS and RIS experience

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $29.00 to $52.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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