Mammography Technologist (Full Time) - Imaging Services

Kingman Regional Medical Center•Kingman, AZ

About The Position

Unlock your potential for professional development! We are hiring a Mammography Technologist (Full Time) to join our Imaging Services Team! Located in northwest Arizona, Kingman has a mild climate with stunning Arizona sunsets! In the shadows of beautiful mountain ranges and nearby lakes, Kingman is an outdoor enthusiasts' paradise with abundant sunshine and is a great community to live, work and play! Position Purpose: All KHI employees are expected to perform their respective tasks and duties in such a way that supports KHI’s vision to be among the kindest, highest quality health systems in the country. Under the direction of the radiologist, performs appropriate diagnostic exams and studies to ensure safe, high-quality patient care. Benefits (Full Time Employees) We offer you an excellent total compensation package, including a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities! Exceptional Colleagues Join us and you'll be a part of a culture where we support each other and celebrate what makes each of us a special person as we work together with integrity, compassion, teamwork, respect, and accountability. Our leaders demonstrate their commitment by gathering feedback, supporting, and empowering team members to do their best work through regular leadership rounding. Health and Well-Being Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid HSA for HDHP participants, Robust Wellness and Employee Assistance Program, Employer Paid Group Life, Short & Long-Term Disability Generous Paid Leave Accruals 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Contributions Employee Recognition Programs, Employee Discounts, and Employee Referral Bonus Program Employee Identity Theft Protection On-site daycare exclusive to our employees’ children of all ages Career Growth and Development Tuition Reimbursement/Scholarships for full-time employees As a not-for-profit organization, our employees who have qualified student loans may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program So much more! When incredible people and incredible facilities like ours join together, incredible things happen. If you want to be a part of an incredible team that is dedicated to delivering the highest quality in patient care, we invite you to explore this opportunity with KRMC and apply online today. Facility Profile Kingman Regional Medical Center is the largest healthcare provider and the only remaining not-for-profit hospital in Mohave County, Arizona. As a 235-bed multi-campus healthcare system, our medical center includes more than 1,800 employees, 280 physicians/allied health professionals, and 250 volunteers. We provide a full-continuum of highly-technical and specialized medical services to meet the healthcare needs of our community.

Requirements

Certification: Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Licensure: Current registration and licensure in Mammography by the Arizona Department of Health Services (AZDHS(M))
Current registration and licensure in Mammography by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT(M)) or licensure within 6 months of completion of training

Nice To Haves

Experience: Minimum of 1 years of experience as mammography technologist performing digital mammography preferred

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Radiologist and the Arizona Department of Health Services (AZDHS), administers ionizing radiation for the purpose of diagnosis which includes positioning the x-ray beam with respect to the patient, anatomically positioning the patient, selecting exposure factors, and initiating exposure.
Uses professional judgment to adapt imaging procedures to ensure quality diagnostic outcomes.
After reviewing all pertinent data and assessing the patient’s abilities and condition, selects the most appropriate patient care plan.
Selects appropriate shielding devices and appropriate immobilization devices.
Assesses factors that may contraindicate the procedure, such as medications or insufficient patient preparation.
Reconfirms patient identification using two unique identifiers (Name and DOB) and verifies procedure requested. Verifies female patient pregnancy status when appropriate.
Able to recognize significant clinical information and historical facts, from the patient and from the medical record, which may impact the examination.
Monitors patient and equipment during procedures, accurately documents exam times (start and stop), patient reactions or problems, and reports concerns or issues immediately to supervisor.
Documents patient and exam occurrences in the appropriate Imaging software database, to include exam start and complete times.
The technologist provides evidence-based care so as to prevent the development of a Healthcare Acquired Condition and hospital readmissions.
The technologist practices standard precautions during patient contact and while handling contaminated materials.
The technologist complies with CDC hand hygiene guidelines and works to reduce hospital acquired infections and other conditions.
Comply with all regulatory, organizational, and departmental statutes, policies, and procedures.
Regularly applies AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank You) as well as other evidence-based behaviors when taking care of patients. Shows empathy care to patients and family members present.
Actively helps the department meet the identified Patient Satisfaction goal.
Demonstrates regular attendance and participation at scheduled department and team meetings. Absences must be communicated as soon as practically possible.
Ensures all licensure, competencies, training, and education are completed in a timely manner.
Participates in and encourage continuous process improvement.

Benefits

Excellent total compensation package, including a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities
Exceptional Colleagues
Health and Well-Being: Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid HSA for HDHP participants, Robust Wellness and Employee Assistance Program, Employer Paid Group Life, Short & Long-Term Disability
Generous Paid Leave Accruals
403b Retirement Plan with Employer Contributions
Employee Recognition Programs, Employee Discounts, and Employee Referral Bonus Program
Employee Identity Theft Protection
On-site daycare exclusive to our employees’ children of all ages
Career Growth and Development
Tuition Reimbursement/Scholarships for full-time employees
As a not-for-profit organization, our employees who have qualified student loans may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
So much more!