Island Health

Mammography Technologist

Island Health • $90K — $126K *
Anacortes, WA 98221In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Reposted 3 days ago
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Qualifications

  • High school graduate or equivalent.
  • Completion of formal radiological technology training from an AMA-approved school.
  • Registry by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) or equivalent.
  • Certification for mammography training course completion.
  • Current ARRT and Washington State certification.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
  • Up-to-date Radiology CEUs required by MQSA and ARRT.

Responsibilities

  • Perform mammography procedures.
  • Greet patients and explain procedures.
  • Position patients and adjust equipment for optimal radiation exposure.
  • Observe patient vital signs during procedures.
  • Develop and examine radiologic images for quality and diagnostic acceptability.
  • Deliver images to radiologists for interpretation.
  • Evaluate and recommend purchases of equipment and supplies.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
  • Generous Paid Time Off and Extended Illness Benefits.
  • Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Coverage.
  • Vested Retirement Contributions and Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Programs.
  • Employee Recognition Events and a supportive, community-focused team.
Full Job Description
  • Location: Anacortes, WA, Onsite
  • Schedule: 1 FTE / 40 hrs. / Sunday - Tuesday Shift
  • Salary Range: $43.28 per hour - $60.59 per hour


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What you will be doing:

  • Responsible for performing mammography procedures.
  • Greets patients and provides explanation of procedures.
  • Positions patient and adjusts equipment, selecting length and intensity for radiation exposure on individual basis. Observes patient for vital signs during procedure.
  • Follows safety standards and uses radiation protection when operating radiologic equipment.
  • Develops and examines radiologic images for technical quality and diagnostic acceptability.
  • Delivers images to radiologist for reading/interpretation.
  • Releases patient upon completion of examination.
  • Evaluates and recommends equipment and supply purchase decisions.
  • Follows departmental guidelines for proper maintenance of mammography equipment and appearance of related work areas.
  • Develops and directs quality assurance program according to established protocols.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and can identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs.
  • Possesses knowledge of Continuous Quality Improvement principles and supports performance improvement.
  • Must have demonstrated ability to interact positively with Administration, Directors, Managers, Supervisors, peers, co-workers, subordinates, patients and visitors.
  • Must be able to place and maneuver patients in appropriate positions for operation of equipment.
  • Knowledge of anatomy and physiology to sufficiently pinpoint area for radiography; radiology equipment and testing; safety hazards common to radiology including equipment, body mechanics, and patient movement.
  • Skill in training co-workers in equipment operation and procedures; properly positioning patients to provide quality imaging; troubleshooting equipment operation and performing simple adjustments; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.
  • Ability to apply written guidelines and standardized work practices; identify problems; communicate clearly.


What you will bring to the role:

  • High school graduate or equivalent.
  • Satisfactory completion of a formal radiological technology training in an AMA approved school and meet the requirement for registry by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) or its equivalent.
  • Successful completion of mammography training course.
  • An understanding of the MQSA standards.
  • Current ARRT and Washington State certification.
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate.
  • Up-to-date Radiology CEUs as is required by both MQSA and ARRT.

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