Mammography Technologist II

Sutter Health•Los Gatos, CA

3d•$71 - $100

About The Position

Competently performs routine and specialized breast procedures to produce quality images for physicians and other health care providers to support the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring, and prevention of injury or disease. Works independently, exercising sound judgment and developed clinical skills to perform safe and precise procedures and deliver accurate results in a timely manner. Gains the confidence and cooperation of patients, their families or support groups, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring, and effective communication. Adheres to local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety while providing optimal patient care. May perform specific procedures and/or orient other staff to the department. This is a regular, non-exempt, full-time position on the day shift. The schedule is 8-hour shifts, 32 hours weekly, on variable days, with occasional weekend requirements. The pay range is $71.38 to $99.93 per hour. The position is with Sutter Health’s PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation CAD organization.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited Radiologic Technologist Program before the start date.
Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) certification before the start date.
Radiology Mammography (RHM) certification before the start date.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification upon hire.
General knowledge of diagnostic mammography principles, procedures, views, and equipment, including some experience responding to traumas and hospital emergencies.
Ability to perform routine mammographic examinations and basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
Written and verbal communication skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
Time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and meet deadlines while following standardized procedures and scientific methods.
General knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and related systems, including RIS, LIS, EHR, EPIC, and PACS.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including managing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
Ability to protect the privacy of each patient’s protected health information.
Ability to build and collaborate in relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and specialized breast procedures and produce quality images for use in diagnosis, treatment, monitoring, and prevention.
Exercise sound judgment and clinical skills to perform safe and precise procedures and deliver accurate results in a timely manner.
Assess and monitor patients and communicate effectively with patients, families or support groups, and healthcare providers.
Follow applicable local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect patient privacy and safety.
May perform specific procedures and/or orient other staff to the department.