Mammography Technologist - Procedures

Inland Imaging

3d•$33 - $49

About The Position

The Mammography Technologist is a Full Time, Regular position working various shifts and locations based on department need including weekends. This position includes a $5.00 per hour weekend shift differential. SIGN ON BONUSES AVAILABLE FOR EXPERIENCED TECHNOLOGISTS Summary: Responsible for the operation of dedicated mammography equipment to perform radiologic procedures. Typical duties including operating equipment, applying prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis. Responsible for obtaining the highest quality radiological exams under the direct or indirect supervision of a radiologist per established ACR and Inland Imaging guidelines and protocols.

Requirements

AA Degree is required.
Accredited Radiologic Technologist Program or equivalent on the job experience required necessary to pass the ARRT (R)
Must maintain current Washington State Certified Radiologic Technologist License
Registered AART (R), (M) Certificate
Must pass ARRT (M) boards within 12 months of Technologist being trained, working independently and signed off with a current competency checklist
Current CPR/BLS required
Must be able to pass a background check required by RCW 43.43.830-840 to work with children under the age of 16, developmentally disabled persons or vulnerable adults
In order to comply with provisions set forth in Sections 1128 and 1156 of the Social Security Act, all new employees of Inland Imaging Clinical Associates, LLC will be checked against the LIST OF EXCLUDED INDIVIDUALS provided by the Department of Health & Human Services, Office of the Inspector General (OIG). Employees must not be included on this list.
Eligible employees must be able to pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test.

Nice To Haves

One to three years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist – desired
MQSA Compliant (15 mammography specific CME’s within last 36 months; 200 mammograms performed within the last 24 months; 40 hours of initial digital mammography training; 8 hours initial training in additional mammographic modality used (tomo)
Anatomy and medical terminology
Understanding of mammography exams
Experience with the following computer applications is highly desired: Outlook; Microsoft Office Suite; Workday; Medicalis: PACS; MagView; Internet/Intranet, Webex

Responsibilities

Performs diagnostic and screening mammographic studies
Performs mammograms to ACR standards
Appropriate views for particular exam as per radiologist/department protocol
Ability to perform acceptable alternatives when patient condition requires them
Ability to physically assist patient to obtain high quality mammogram exam
Applies prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis
Maintains working knowledge of mammography equipment
Completes exam paperwork, coding for billing, patient data for tracking, patient history
Maintains stocked, organized and clean working area including equipment, technologist core area and exam rooms
Responds to requests from patients on information, scheduling or other departments
This position may be required to work in a hospital, urgent care or clinical setting
Must physically be able to position and maneuver patients to perform mammographic studies.
Performs other duties as assigned
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality within the Inland Imaging companies and Inland’s customers.
Follows all Health and Safety policies and guidelines of Inland Imaging or its partners depending on work location.
Follows all company policies including those regarding harassment, non-retaliation, discrimination, respectful workplace, and related policies.
Follows all policies regarding HIPAA, non-disclosure of confidential information and company security.
Honest, pleasant manner and good personal hygiene.
Free of alcohol and drug abuse.
Valid state driver’s license and proof of insurance.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Detail oriented; ability to multi-task; organized and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrates self-directed learning and participation in continuing education through professional journals, approved seminars, etc.
Ability to consider individual needs in communication with and assessment and treatment of patients of all ages.
Adheres to departmental standards and personnel policies by demonstrating professional demeanor in conduct and appearance.
Follows company departmental standards and personnel policies by using good teamwork and communication skills to help identify concerns and solutions, assisting where needed to ensure a smooth functioning department.
Performs other duties as required by displaying team spirit and self-growth, accepting and performing other projects and responsibilities, and requesting other projects and responsibilities.
Quarterly quality assurance meeting attendance is required for this position.
Attendance is a requirement for this position.
Rotates to other shifts and locations as needed.
Treats all patients with dignity and respect
Provides excellent customer service
Conforms to Joint Commission and HIPAA regulations
Complies with PHI (Protected health Information)
Demonstrates the Inland Imaging Core Values Show We Care, Do The Right Thing, Maximize Individual Potential, Challenge Convention