Mammography Technologist, Certified

University of Utah Health•Salt Lake City, UT

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About The Position

University of Utah Health seeks a patient-focused Mammography Technologist to function as a specialist in breast imaging. The position provides direct patient care and may involve accessing and administering medications within the employee’s scope of practice and according to state law. The role supports the organization’s mission to enhance health and well-being through patient care, research, and education, within a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The technologist performs breast imaging procedures using ionizing and non-ionizing equipment and may perform or assist with ultrasound-guided or stereotactic breast biopsies. The role includes educating and supporting patients, maintaining imaging quality and regulatory compliance, contributing to quality improvement, documenting patient information, training new and student technologists, and helping address equipment and supply needs. University of Utah Health is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is recognized for academic research, quality standards, and patient experience. Its five hospitals and eleven clinics provide comprehensive services and medical advancement.

Requirements

Ability to perform the essential functions of the job.
Ability to perform multiple tasks in a demanding environment.
Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.
Demonstrated effective communication skills.
Ability to maintain regulatory compliance for breast imaging services, including quality control and strict documentation, and to communicate effectively with patients about procedures and concerns.
Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system; must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
Current licensure to practice as a Radiologic Technologist in the State of Utah.
Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists for Mammography, R.T. (M) (ARRT).
Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Nice To Haves

Stereotactic breast biopsy experience.
Three years of experience in breast imaging.

Responsibilities

Perform breast imaging procedures using ionizing and non-ionizing equipment, and perform or assist with ultrasound-guided or stereotactic breast biopsies as applicable.
Follow ACR imaging guidelines to produce optimum radiographs.
Educate patients about their procedures and maintain a safe, comfortable, and supportive environment throughout exams.
Communicate educational information to patients about breast cancer risks and breast imaging.
Participate in and take responsibility for designated aspects of departmental and procedural quality improvement.
Collect and document patient information accurately and promptly, and assist with patient follow-up.
Train new and student mammography technologists to expected performance levels in breast imaging techniques and quality improvement.
Identify and assist in rectifying equipment problems.
Inventory supplies.
Maintain compliance with regulatory agencies governing breast imaging services, including assisting with quality control and documentation.