Mammography Specialist

Job Description:

As a Mammography Technologist, you will be responsible for performing 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.

Are you interested in advancing your career while helping people live the healthiest lives possible?  As a Mammography Technologist at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our clinical team, ensuring our patients receive the best care.  At Intermountain, you will be part of a team that values career advancement, innovation and collaboration, where your skills are valued, and your contributions make a lasting impact. 

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Job Details

• Department Location: Intermountain Heber Valley Hospital
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: PRN or as needed
• Shift: Hours and shifts will vary depending on need
• 5% Geographical Differential

Job Essentials

• 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.
• Knowledgeable regarding breast self-examinations via answering questions and providing written materials to patients.
• Operates the mammographic equipment to ensure that diagnostic images of high quality are produced.
• Appropriately uses equipment, maneuvers the unit, and selects techniques to produce diagnostic images.
• Appropriately uses radiation protection to ensure the safety of patients and staff and meets all ALARA program requirements.
• Keeps current on new procedures and equipment so skills remain at a high level.
• Maintain records required by JCAHO and the Utah State Bureau of Radiation Control.
• Thoroughly and accurately completes all required documentation, including time stamps and image storage.

Minimum Qualifications

• ARRT registration.
• Current Rad Tech license in the state of practice.
• Must meet and maintain mammography specific ACR & FDA/MQSA requirements.
• Must meet and maintain the ARRT Advanced Mammography Certification.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Imaging or Mammography.

Physical Requirements:

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. This includes 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. Typically includes 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. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)
• May be expected to stand in a stationary position for a long time.

Location:

Intermountain Health Heber Valley Hospital

Work City:

Heber City

Work State:

Utah

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

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The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. 

$35.25 - $54.39

We care about your well-being - mind, body, and spirit - which is why we provide our caregivers 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.

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Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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