Mammography Technologist

Company: Providence Health & Services
Location: Richland
Posted on: August 5, 2022

Job Description:

Description Apply Today! Applicants that meet qualifications will receive a text message with some additional questions for you to answer from our Modern Hire system. Kadlec has an exciting opportunity for a Mammography Technologist to join our growing Mammography team located in Richland, Washington! Shift Details: Part time, 0.2, Day Shift Minimum Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program
• Associate Degree in Medical Imaging from an accredited educational institution
• Current WA State Radiologic Technologist Licensure
• Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and licensed in Radiology (R)
• Licensed through the ARRT in Mammography (M) within one year from date of hire into the position
• Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS Preferred Qualifications:
  • One (1) year Mammography experience as an ARRT registered technologist
  • Bi-lingual or multi-lingual skills Duties include, but are not limited to, the following: As a Mammography Technologist you will provide Radiologic care to patients for the purpose of diagnosis of bone density (DEXA) and breast disorders (Mammography); Assists physician as required; and performs related work as assigned.
    • Demonstrate and sustain compliance with Kadlec Caregiver Expectations Standard of Excellence and Code of Conduct
    • Operate dedicated Mammographic and radiographic equipment to produce quality images
    • Perform Mammographic procedures according to physician requests
    • Assist Radiologist with needle localization procedures, stereotactic procedures
    • Consult with Radiologist as needed regarding appropriateness of examination
    • Assist physicians in locating patient images
    • File images in assigned jackets and in numerical order
    • Answer telephone and follows through as necessary
    • Release files as needed following proper protocol and maintains the record of such film loans within the RIS
    • Assist with patient scheduling as required
    • Greet patient pleasantly, confirms identification and explains examination procedure to the patient
    • Monitor patient condition and reports changes to appropriate personnel
    • Perform examination while preserving patient's modesty and dignity; demonstrates sensitivity to the patient
    • Position patients following department guidelines
    • Adhere to all radiation safety precautions and aseptic techniques following department policies and procedures
    • Process and assesses images for interpretation
    • Complete all quality control activities as outlined in the Master Plan; i.e., daily, weekly, quarterly and annually; and completes all appropriate documentation
    • Perform clerical duties as required
    • Maintain work area in neat and orderly condition
    • Perform DEXA bone density exams as assigned
    • Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor of Mammography
    • Transport sealed, pre-packaged procedure trays that contain sharps and non-narcotic medications for the purpose of stocking rooms in the department (example - Lumbar puncture tray) About Providence At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of "Know me, care for me, ease my way." Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we'll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable. Requsition ID: P365420 Company: Kadlec Jobs Job Category: Diagnostic Imaging Job Function: Clinical Care Schedule: Part time Shift: Day Career Track: Clinical Professional Department: 3010 MAMMOGRAPHY Address: WA Richland 945 Goethals Dr Kadlec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Providence does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

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