Mammography Technologist-Clinic

Allina Health System • Apple Valley, CA

25d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs diagnostic radiological imaging in mammography in an outpatient clinic setting. Interacts with patients to welcome them, explain procedures, answer questions and respond to concerns during and after the procedure, and provides timely, quality service. This is a casual position with 0.0 FTE, working 8-hour day/evening shifts with no weekend rotation.

The role may also include rooming patients, performing DEXA scans or general radiology imaging, and completing related documentation and clerical tasks. The technologist uses Excellian and the Enterprise Medical Imaging/Picture Archiving and Communication System, maintains a safe patient environment, and supports the work of the team.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited School of Radiologic Technology (vocational or technical training).
• Registered Technologist certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is required.
• Current mammography registration, or willingness to obtain it within one year of hire.
• Must meet at least one BLS requirement: current certification from the American Heart Association; current certification from the American Red Cross; or Allina in-house BLS training within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to lift up to 32 pounds occasionally and up to 25 pounds frequently, consistent with the Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy.

Nice To Haves

• Two to five years of experience as a Radiology Technologist.

Responsibilities

• Complete procedures in compliance with physician orders, regulatory requirements, and department guidelines.
• May room patients and identify each patient using two identifiers.
• Document all required aspects of procedures and ensure documentation is complete after procedures.
• Observe and communicate with patients, responding to their needs and maintaining a safe environment in the procedure area.
• Perform procedures accurately; may perform DEXA scans or general radiology imaging.
• Demonstrate appropriate knowledge of diagnostic equipment and gather relevant information to assist with image interpretation.
• Verify that all imaging has transferred appropriately to the imaging storage and retrieval system.
• Perform accurate clerical functions and use Excellian, the electronic medical record.
• Understand and use the Enterprise Medical Imaging/Picture Archiving and Communication System.
• Stock medical and radiological supplies.
• Communicate with the supervisor and team; report problems, issues, and ideas; and provide assistance and information to support others.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical and dental coverage
• PTO/time away
• Retirement savings plans
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Voluntary benefits, including vision, legal, and critical illness coverage
• Tuition reimbursement or continuing medical education, as applicable
• Student loan support benefits for navigating the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Well-being dollars, well-being navigators, programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching, and tools

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree