Mammography Technologist

Renown Health • Reno, NV

12d

About The Position

The Mammography Technologist produces diagnostic mammograms, assists radiologists and referring physicians with mammographic procedures, and provides patient care while representing Renown Health. The role requires applying technical skills to operate mammographic equipment and produce image quality that meets ACR guidelines. The technologist must provide care appropriate to adult and geriatric patients and meet department age-specific competency standards. The position has authority to make technical decisions to achieve the best possible mammographic image quality and may perform other duties related to Renown Breast Centers as needed. The incumbent must be proficient in using the mammography unit and have the training and general knowledge needed to operate hospital and department computer systems.

Requirements

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to perform job duties safely and effectively.
• ARRT(R) certification at time of hire.
• Nevada license for Medical Radiography at time of hire.
• ARRT(M) certification must be acquired at time of hire.
• Nevada license for Mammography must be acquired at time of hire.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association within 60 days of hire.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and Word.
• Ability to use a computer to complete online learning requirements, access online forms and policies, and complete online benefits enrollment.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum one year of clinical experience in the respective department is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce diagnostic mammograms that meet ACR image-quality guidelines.
• Assist radiologists and referring physicians in mammographic procedures.
• Provide patient care appropriate to adult and geriatric patients and meet age-specific competency standards.
• Make technical decisions to achieve the best possible mammographic image quality.
• Perform other duties related to Renown Breast Centers as needed.
• Use the mammography unit and hospital and department computer systems.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed