Mammography Technologist (Outpatient) (Per Diem, Day Shift)

Adventist Health • Bakersfield, CA

7h • Onsite

About The Position

Central to all that California has to offer, Adventist Health Bakersfield has been providing an extraordinary team of world-class physicians, top-notch medical technology, caring professionals and award-winning quality since 1910. We are comprised of a 254-bed acute care hospital and 20 primary and specialty care medical offices. As one of America's fastest growing cities, Bakersfield offers affordable housing on the West Coast, beautiful weather, high-quality education and it is just a few hours away from Yosemite and Sequoia National Parks, the Central California Coast and Southern California's great sports, theaters, concerts and amusement parks.

Job Summary:

Performs specialized examinations of the breast to help in the diagnosis and treatment of breast disease. Performs all required procedures in the department while operating specialized equipment. Acts as a competent clinician who provides clinical care in a skilled and effective manner, utilizing appropriate technical and decision-making skills.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Radiologic Technology: Required
• Radiologic Tech (RT) and Mammography Technologist: Required in CA
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists – Radiography (ARRT-R): Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• AHA-BLS or ARC-BLS: Required
• Mammographic Radiologic Technology (MRT): Required

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a Mammography Technologist: Preferred
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists – Mammography (ARRT-M): Preferred in CA and HI
• Fluoroscopy license: Preferred in CA
• Venipuncture certification: Preferred in CA

Responsibilities

• Completes patient education regarding the exam while promoting privacy and comfort for the patient. Follows infection control and safety guidelines.
• Performs diagnostic or screening mammogram as ordered. Prepares for and assists the Radiologist in the completion of intricate mammography examinations, including breast biopsies. Produces high quality films for the radiologist to evaluate and completes appropriate documentation.
• Obtains pertinent patient information and disseminates subsequent patient preparation instructions to patient care areas.
• Elevates questions, problems and significant challenges to more senior staff for direction or subject matter expertise.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees