Mammography Technologist (Outpatient), Full time, Day Shift

Responsibilities

• Performs specialized examinations of the breast to help in the diagnosis and treatment of breast disease.
• Performs all required procedures in the department while operating specialized equipment.
• Acts as a competent clinician who provides clinical care in a skilled and effective manner.
• Completes patient education regarding the exam while promoting privacy and comfort for the patient.
• Follows infection control and safety guidelines.
• Performs diagnostic or screening mammogram as ordered.
• Prepares for and assists the Radiologist in the completion of intricate mammography examinations, including breast biopsies.
• Produces high quality films for the radiologist to evaluate and completes appropriate documentation.
• Obtains pertinent patient information and disseminates subsequent patient preparation instructions to patient care areas.
• Elevates questions, problems and significant challenges to more senior staff for direction or subject matter expertise.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required

• Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology
• Radiologic Tech (RT) and Mammography Technologist (required in CA)
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Radiography (ARRT-R)
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Mammography (ARRT-M) (required in OR)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy
• Mammographic Radiologic Technology (MRT)

Preferred

• Experience as a Mammography Technologist
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Mammography (ARRT-M) (preferred in CA and HI)
• Fluoroscopy license (preferred in CA)
• Venipuncture certification (preferred in CA)