Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
Mammo Technologist
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, Silverdale, Washington, United States, 98315
Job Overview
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a
Mammo Technologist
to operate mammography imaging equipment under the direction of a Radiologist. The role focuses on specialized screening and diagnostic examinations of the breast to capture high quality images key to diagnosis and treatment.
Responsibilities
Prepare and operate radiographic equipment to produce high quality images for Radiologist evaluation.
Explain procedures to patients and position them correctly; address questions and concerns.
Perform quality assurance checks on imaging equipment to ensure it is in good working order.
Maintain records and documentation as required by department protocols and licensure requirements.
Essential Job Functions
Prepares equipment for imaging tests in accordance with established standards, safeguards and protocols to ensure quality results; performs quality assurance checks to ensure all parameters are within appropriate limits.
Explains procedure(s) to patients in preparation for the examination to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation; ensures that all questions/concerns are addressed prior to beginning the exam; monitors and documents physiological conditions of the patient prior to, and during, the procedure.
Operates imaging equipment to perform mammography screening/diagnostic protocols based on physicians’ orders and in accordance with professional imaging standards/protocols and regulatory requirements.
Maintains records and documentation as required by department protocols and licensure requirements.
Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited Radiological Technology school and minimum two years of related work experience; additional certification in stereotactic breast biopsy or willingness to be trained on-the-job is preferred.
Minimum of fifteen continuing education credit hours in a 36‑month period specific to mammography.
American Registry of Radiological Technologist (ARRT) (M/R) and current Washington State licensure as a Radiology Technologist – Certified; Washington Society of Radiological Technologist (WSRT) recommended; current Healthcare Provider BLS Certification.
Pay Range $40.99 - $62.60 /hour
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Mammo Technologist
to operate mammography imaging equipment under the direction of a Radiologist. The role focuses on specialized screening and diagnostic examinations of the breast to capture high quality images key to diagnosis and treatment.
Responsibilities
Prepare and operate radiographic equipment to produce high quality images for Radiologist evaluation.
Explain procedures to patients and position them correctly; address questions and concerns.
Perform quality assurance checks on imaging equipment to ensure it is in good working order.
Maintain records and documentation as required by department protocols and licensure requirements.
Essential Job Functions
Prepares equipment for imaging tests in accordance with established standards, safeguards and protocols to ensure quality results; performs quality assurance checks to ensure all parameters are within appropriate limits.
Explains procedure(s) to patients in preparation for the examination to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation; ensures that all questions/concerns are addressed prior to beginning the exam; monitors and documents physiological conditions of the patient prior to, and during, the procedure.
Operates imaging equipment to perform mammography screening/diagnostic protocols based on physicians’ orders and in accordance with professional imaging standards/protocols and regulatory requirements.
Maintains records and documentation as required by department protocols and licensure requirements.
Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited Radiological Technology school and minimum two years of related work experience; additional certification in stereotactic breast biopsy or willingness to be trained on-the-job is preferred.
Minimum of fifteen continuing education credit hours in a 36‑month period specific to mammography.
American Registry of Radiological Technologist (ARRT) (M/R) and current Washington State licensure as a Radiology Technologist – Certified; Washington Society of Radiological Technologist (WSRT) recommended; current Healthcare Provider BLS Certification.
Pay Range $40.99 - $62.60 /hour
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