Mammography Technologist

Dignity Health Medical Group•Roseville, CA

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Dignity Health Medical Foundation, established in 1993, is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation with care centers throughout California. It is an affiliate of Dignity Health, one of the largest health systems in the nation. Dignity Health Medical Foundation collaborates with physicians and providers across California to deliver comprehensive health care services. The foundation supports its growing network of care centers with investments in technology, physicians, and state-of-the-art medical facilities, aiming to create purposeful work settings that foster great care and professional advancement. Staff are well-trained and highly skilled, ensuring excellence in care and service. Dignity Health Advanced Imaging, a service of Dignity Health Medical Foundation, offers cutting-edge diagnostic imaging at 23 locations in Redding, Santa Cruz, Sacramento, and Woodland. This team of 160 staff members works with specialty-trained and board-certified radiologists, performing over 175,000 exams annually to provide high-quality imaging, compassionate care, and timely service. As a Radiologic Mammography Technologist with Dignity Health Medical Foundation, now part of CommonSpirit Health, you will perform patient care services in outpatient clinics, contributing positively to the lives of patients and their families through your enthusiasm and dedication.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
Satisfactory completion of a formal AMA school of Radiolologic Technology or equivalent to an AMA Technologic program.
Must be licensed by the State of California in CRT & Mammography.
Excellent interpersonal organizational and customer service skills are essential.
Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy and physiology for imaging proper operation of and care of radiology diagnostic equipment and radiation safety is required.
Maintain current California license in CRT.
Maintain current CPR.
Maintain current California license in Mammography.

Nice To Haves

One (1) year experience as a Radiologic/Mammography Technologist is preferred.
Six (6) months experience in an out patient environment is preferred.
Certification in Mammography through ARRT preferred
Medical terminology and familiarity with an electronic practice management system and PACS is preferred.

Responsibilities

Are responsible for the performance of mammographic imaging procedures
Maintain a clean organized and safe environment and perform patient care services that support the physician / providers practice under the supervision of the radiologists other licensed staff and Management
Help capture usable diagnostic images from patients so the Radiologist can accurately diagnose and/or rule out different conditions
Apply a thorough and accurate imaging technique for patient positioning respective to the order
Assist in preparing patients for Radiologic/Mammography examinations and relay instructions from the radiologist to your patient or authorized person
Collect patient data documenting patient concerns, patient messages, and care provided to the patient in the patient's medical record for the radiologist’s review
Consistently reviews requests for special instructions from physicians on orders and consults with radiologist as needed.
Completely explains examination procedure or instruction to the patient in a clear, pleasant, and professional manner.
Demonstrates full competence in the use of all equipment and materials used to capture diagnostic images and perform mammography properly.
Proficient in producing clear images.
Consistently uses proper positioning of area that needs imaging.
Demonstrates knowledge & skill assisting radiologist with interventional procedures properly with minimal or no supervision.