Mammography Technologist

Sutter Health • Vallejo, CA

113d • $68 - $95

About The Position

Competently performs routine and specialized breast procedures, including biopsies and needle localization procedures, to produce quality images for physicians and other health care providers in diagnosing, treating, monitoring, and preventing injury or disease. Works independently, exercising sound judgment and developed clinical skills to execute safe and precise procedures and deliver accurate results in a timely manner. Gains confidence and cooperation from patients, their families or support groups, and other health care providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring, and effective communication. Adheres to local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. May also perform specific procedures and/or orient other staff to the department.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Radiologic Technologist Program or equivalent education/experience.
• CRT-Certified Radiologic Technologist certification upon hire.
• RHM-Radiology Mammography certification upon hire.
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification upon hire.
• General knowledge of diagnostic mammography principles, procedures, views, and equipment; some experience responding to traumas and hospital emergencies.
• Ability to perform routine mammographic examinations and basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Written and verbal communication skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
• Well-developed time-management and organizational skills, including prioritizing assignments and working within standardized procedures and scientific methods to meet objectives and deadlines.
• General knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and related information systems, including RIS, LIS, EHR, EPIC, and PACS.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including handling multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• Ability to ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI).
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and other health care providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized breast procedures, including biopsies and needle localization procedures.
• Produce quality images to support diagnosis, treatment, monitoring, and prevention of injury or disease.
• Execute safe and precise procedures and deliver accurate results in a timely manner.
• Assess and monitor patients and communicate effectively with patients, support groups, and health care providers.
• Follow applicable regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect patient privacy and safety.
• May perform specific procedures and/or orient other staff to the department.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree