Senior Mammography Technician

Bluegrass Community HospitalSenior Mammography Technician | Full Time | Who We Are:People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Bluegrass Community Hospital prides itself in the relationships we build with our patients and developing an environment committed to quality ensuring the health and safety of our employees. Licensed as a critical access hospital, we offer a broad range of inpatient, surgical, emergency and diagnostic services.Where We Are:Known for our picturesque countryside, rock lined fences and world class bike trails, zip line, horse & hiking trails, Versailles provides an unforgettable experience of life in the Bluegrass. Here you will find eclectic shops and antiques, delicious restaurants, regionally acclaimed community theater and many seasonal festivals giving Versailles the small town feel you want with the urban access you need. Why Choose Us:Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employeesCompetitive Paid Time OffEmployee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistanceTuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicantsProfessional development opportunitiesFree parkingAnd much more Position Summary:Reviews patient history and physician's orders.Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation. When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice. Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate. May assist physician with performing interventional procedures including fine needle aspiration and needle localization.Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.Participates in ensuring compliance with the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) regulations and applicable accreditation.Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s), biopsies, stereotactic and special procedures. Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results. Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure. Enters, transmits, and reports scan results.Keeps current with BiRad and follow-ups on all patients. Maintains ACR & MQSA accreditations, participates in the surveys, completes the renewal packets and image submissions. Will assure daily work schedule for staff is adequately covered for patient volumes.Minimum Qualifications:Education: Graduate of a Program in Discipline - RequiredLicenses: State Radiation Operator License: ARRT Board Registered in Mammography - Required; Bachelor's degree - Preferred; ARRT (advanced boards in Mammography) Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) Required Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate actionEEOC Statement:Bluegrass Community Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.