Optum
Mammography Technologist I-Kelsey Seybold Clinic: North Houston Campus
Optum, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Overview
Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. Work with one of the nation's leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ locations throughout Houston. Be part of a team that is nationally recognized for delivering coordinated and accountable care. As a multi-specialty clinic, we offer care from more than 900 medical providers in 65 medical specialties. Take on a rewarding opportunity to help drive higher quality, higher patient satisfaction and lower total costs. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Upon the order of a qualified physician, the Mammography Technologist will utilize equipment which produces ionizing radiation to obtain images for diagnostic purposes according to policies, procedures, and protocols of the KSC Radiology Department and Kelsey-Seybold Clinic. The Mammography Technologist will perform Mammography and DEXA studies, in addition to general radiographic studies, fluoroscopic studies, ASC procedures, and/or SCNB procedures. The Mammography Technologist will utilize the designated Radiology Information System (RIS) and designated PACS system. May be assigned to other duties, technical or non-technical if training, experience, and credentials are deemed adequate by supervisor to perform those duties.
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Responsibilities
Perform diagnostic and/or screening mammography and DEXA procedures, as well as general radiographic studies, fluoroscopic studies, ASC procedures, and/or SCNB procedures when applicable, following policies, procedures, and protocols of the KSC radiology department.
Apply technical principles affecting image quality, understand anatomical orientations and anomalies impacting positioning, and communicate effectively with patients, including age-related communication needs.
Maintain an individual repeat rate: Mammography
Participate in Technical Quality Control measures, perform routine equipment maintenance, report malfunctions, document results, and maintain quality assurance records.
Use RIS and PACS correctly, document findings for radiologist review, identify and communicate image transmission issues to appropriate supervision.
Adhere to radiation safety, use shielding as appropriate, and maintain sterile technique for invasive procedures when applicable.
Participate in training, maintain current licenses/certifications, and meet continuing education requirements.
Communicate effectively with patients, staff, supervisors, leads, and radiologists, aligning with the clinic's mission and values.
Required Qualifications
High School diploma or GED. Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technology program.
40 hours mammography training approved by the ARRT to meet minimum initial FDA & TMB requirements for mammographers.
ARRT (R)(M) MRT-General Certificate.
BLS through American Heart Association.
2+ years of experience in mammography or 1+ years of KSC experience.
X-ray and/or SCNB experience.
Experience using Microsoft.
PACS and RIS experience.
Working knowledge of mammography quality assurance measures and accreditation requirements.
Proven excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Associates in Applied Science - Radiology Technology.
Mammography and SCNB experience.
Bilingual.
Essential Duties
Perform diagnostic and/or screening mammography and DEXA procedures, and other applicable studies, following department protocols; apply technical principles for optimal image production and patient communication. Maintain low repeat rates.
Participate in quality control, perform maintenance, document results, and ensure compliance with standards; maintain documentation and cleaning logs.
Use RIS and PACS correctly, document atypical conditions for radiologist review, and address image transmission issues with supervisory staff as needed.
Follow radiation safety measures and use shielding; maintain sterile technique where applicable.
Engage in training programs, maintain licenses/certifications, and meet continuing education requirements.
Interact professionally with patients and coworkers, communicate effectively with supervisors, leads, peers, and radiologists, and uphold the clinic's Mission and Values in all communications.
Benefits and Compensation Pay is based on factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications. In addition to salary, benefits include a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (subject to eligibility rules). The hourly pay range for this role is $34.23 to $61.15 per hour for full-time employment. We comply with all applicable minimum wage laws.
Equal Opportunity and Compliance At UnitedHealth Group, we are committed to helping people live healthier lives and delivering equitable care. OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before starting employment.
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Upon the order of a qualified physician, the Mammography Technologist will utilize equipment which produces ionizing radiation to obtain images for diagnostic purposes according to policies, procedures, and protocols of the KSC Radiology Department and Kelsey-Seybold Clinic. The Mammography Technologist will perform Mammography and DEXA studies, in addition to general radiographic studies, fluoroscopic studies, ASC procedures, and/or SCNB procedures. The Mammography Technologist will utilize the designated Radiology Information System (RIS) and designated PACS system. May be assigned to other duties, technical or non-technical if training, experience, and credentials are deemed adequate by supervisor to perform those duties.
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Responsibilities
Perform diagnostic and/or screening mammography and DEXA procedures, as well as general radiographic studies, fluoroscopic studies, ASC procedures, and/or SCNB procedures when applicable, following policies, procedures, and protocols of the KSC radiology department.
Apply technical principles affecting image quality, understand anatomical orientations and anomalies impacting positioning, and communicate effectively with patients, including age-related communication needs.
Maintain an individual repeat rate: Mammography
Participate in Technical Quality Control measures, perform routine equipment maintenance, report malfunctions, document results, and maintain quality assurance records.
Use RIS and PACS correctly, document findings for radiologist review, identify and communicate image transmission issues to appropriate supervision.
Adhere to radiation safety, use shielding as appropriate, and maintain sterile technique for invasive procedures when applicable.
Participate in training, maintain current licenses/certifications, and meet continuing education requirements.
Communicate effectively with patients, staff, supervisors, leads, and radiologists, aligning with the clinic's mission and values.
Required Qualifications
High School diploma or GED. Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technology program.
40 hours mammography training approved by the ARRT to meet minimum initial FDA & TMB requirements for mammographers.
ARRT (R)(M) MRT-General Certificate.
BLS through American Heart Association.
2+ years of experience in mammography or 1+ years of KSC experience.
X-ray and/or SCNB experience.
Experience using Microsoft.
PACS and RIS experience.
Working knowledge of mammography quality assurance measures and accreditation requirements.
Proven excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Associates in Applied Science - Radiology Technology.
Mammography and SCNB experience.
Bilingual.
Essential Duties
Perform diagnostic and/or screening mammography and DEXA procedures, and other applicable studies, following department protocols; apply technical principles for optimal image production and patient communication. Maintain low repeat rates.
Participate in quality control, perform maintenance, document results, and ensure compliance with standards; maintain documentation and cleaning logs.
Use RIS and PACS correctly, document atypical conditions for radiologist review, and address image transmission issues with supervisory staff as needed.
Follow radiation safety measures and use shielding; maintain sterile technique where applicable.
Engage in training programs, maintain licenses/certifications, and meet continuing education requirements.
Interact professionally with patients and coworkers, communicate effectively with supervisors, leads, peers, and radiologists, and uphold the clinic's Mission and Values in all communications.
Benefits and Compensation Pay is based on factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications. In addition to salary, benefits include a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (subject to eligibility rules). The hourly pay range for this role is $34.23 to $61.15 per hour for full-time employment. We comply with all applicable minimum wage laws.
Equal Opportunity and Compliance At UnitedHealth Group, we are committed to helping people live healthier lives and delivering equitable care. OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before starting employment.
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