Mammography Technologist
We are seeking an experienced and skilled Mammography Technologist to join our healthcare team at Layton Hospital. If you're passionate about providing exceptional care and want to work in an environment that values growth, we’d love to hear from you! Qualified applicants may be eligible for a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance, if applicable.
About the role
As a Mammography Technologist, you will perform screening and diagnostic mammography exams on patients using specialized equipment. You will work closely with radiologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate and high-quality imaging results. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of imaging techniques, excellent patient care skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Maintains American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or modality-specific competency in all clinical and technical functions
- 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
- Operates the mammographic equipment to ensure that diagnostic images of high quality are produced
- Adheres to radiation safety guidelines and maintains a safe working environment
- Provides appropriate patient education, ensures patient comfort, and addresses concerns
- Practices appropriate infection control and sterile techniques
- Thoroughly and accurately completes all required documentation, records patient information, procedures performed, and any adverse reactions
- Follows protocols, coding, charging, consents, QC programs, and reporting equipment failures
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited program of Radiologic Technology
- Rad Tech license in state of practice
- Basic Life Support certification (BLS) for healthcare providers
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Preferred Qualifications
- ARRT Mammography or currently attending and receiving formal training to cross-train in mammography
- Experience in Imaging
- Experience in Mammography
Physical Requirements
- Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies
- Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations
- Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy, including frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
- Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients; will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment, including items of varying weights up to and including heavy items
- Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment, including pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, often navigating crowded and busy rooms
- May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time
Schedule
This role works day shifts, Monday through Friday, from 0700 to 1730. The specific days of the week may fluctuate.
Scheduled weekly hours: 20
Pay
The hourly range for this position is $35.60 - $54.93. Actual hourly rate is dependent upon experience.
Benefits
We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide 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 Package Here.