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University of Utah Health · 3 months ago

Mammography Technologist - PRN, Mobile Screening

Salt Lake City, UT

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

University of Utah Health is a patient-focused organization dedicated to enhancing health and well-being through patient care, research, and education. They are seeking a Mammography Technologist who will perform breast imaging procedures, educate patients, and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

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Responsibilities

Performs various breast imaging procedures with the use of ionizing and non-ionizing equipment, and may perform or assist in performing Ultrasound guided or Stereotactic breast biopsies

Complies with ACR imaging guidelines to produce optimum radiographs

Educates patients regarding their procedure and maintains a safe, comfortable, supportive environment for the patient throughout the exam

Communicates educational information to patients about breast cancer risks and breast imaging information

Participates in and is responsible for designated aspects of departmental and procedural quality improvement

Collects and documents patient information accurately and in a timely manner, and assists in patient follow-up

Trains new and student mammography technologists to expected performance levels in breast Imaging techniques and quality improvement

Identifies and assists in rectifying equipment problems

Inventories supplies

Qualification

Radiologic Technologist licenseMammography certificationStereotactic breast biopsy experienceBreast imaging experienceEffective communication skills

Required

Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire

Current licensure to practice as a Radiologic Technologist in the State of Utah

Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist for Mammography, R.T. (M) (ARRT)

Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above

Ability to perform multiple tasks in a demanding environment

Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served

Demonstrated effective communication skills

Ability to maintain compliance with all regulatory agencies over breast imaging services, including assisting with quality control and strict documentation on equipment and services and effectively communicating with patients regarding their procedure and concerns, establishing an understanding, and safely completing a quality exam

Preferred

Stereotactic breast biopsy experience

Three (3) years of experience in breast imaging

Company

University of Utah Health

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University of Utah Health is the Intermountain West’s only academic health care system, combining excellence in patient care, the latest in medical research, and teaching to provide leading-edge medicine in a caring and personal setting.

Founded in 1965

Salt Lake City, Utah, USA

10001+ employees