Mammography Technologist (Full-time, Dayshift)

Adventist Health • Corcoran, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Lying just inland between the State's coastal mountain ranges and the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Adventist Health Reedley has been serving the Central Valley since 2011. We are comprised of a 49-bed acute care hospital and 60 clinics in 27 rural communities with primary and specialty care services. Reedley is a perfect location for outdoor enthusiasts as it is located in the central San Joaquin Valley portion of California, close to Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. In addition to the beautiful landscape, it also offers a great cost of living and close-knit communities. The Mammography Technologist performs specialized examinations of the breast to help in the diagnosis and treatment of breast disease. This role performs all required procedures in the department while operating specialized equipment and 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
• 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
• 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: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees