Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley · 3 months ago
Mammography Technologist, Emeryville – Full Time, Days (08HR)
5800 Hollis St - EMERYVILLE
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$69.10/hr - $77.81/hr
1+ years expStanford Health Care Tri-Valley is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. They are seeking a Mammography Technologist to perform screening and diagnostic mammography procedures, assist radiologists, and ensure compliance with regulatory mandates.
Health CareHospitalNon Profit
Responsibilities
Assists patients in filling out mammography questionnaire and offers patient education (brochures and Health Library). Handles all paperwork associated with procedure appropriately and efficiently
Assists with mammography ancillary functions such as assisting in obtaining outside films for comparison and follow up process. Filming images as required. Faxing of patient consent forms to Facilities; faxing of abnormal results to physicians
Assists with procedures requiring knowledge of J wire placements, ultrasound guided core, needle biopsies, wire placements. Performs specimens of biopsy including transport procedure
Charges mammographic procedures and supplies in Radiology Information Systems
Correctly obtains and identifies mammography images, manipulates and sends images via the Picture Archive Communication System (PACS) network; moves images to physicians reading stations
Develops mammographic film. Match with the appropriate paperwork for interpretation
Evaluates radiographs for diagnostic quality obtaining additional images as needed
Performs a variety of tasks involving the operation of mammographic radiographic equipment and other
Equipment/devices as appropriate. Position patients, using immobilization when necessary. Calculate exposure factors, assist physicians
Prepares and set up medical supplies using aseptic techniques if appropriate. Explain all mammography exams to patients to achieve patient cooperation
Utilizes all digital mammography equipment and performs maintenance, trouble shooting, turns on/off, and calls for service. Performs the quality control functions related to mammography
Qualification
Required
One (1) year of progressively responsible and directly related work experience
Ability to accurately bill complex procedures and supplies in a timely fashion
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with widely diverse groups, including individuals at all levels both within and outside the organization and gain their cooperation
Ability to follow written and oral instructions
Ability to position standard mammograms as well as non-routine views (mags, spot views)
Ability to work effectively as a team player
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and congenital/acquired pathology as they relate to the use and interpretation of ultrasound diagnostic procedures
Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area
Knowledge of methods of positioning patients for radiographic and magnetic resonance imaging procedures
Knowledge of principles of image processing and development
Knowledge of radiographic and fluoroscopic techniques, methods and equipment
Knowledge of safety principles and procedures related to ultrasound procedures and equipment
Knowledge of ultrasound diagnostic procedures and equipment/instrumentation
CRT and
MAM - Mammography Cert and
BLS - Basic Life Support
Benefits
Yearly education funds of $2,000.00
Robust matching program
Commute to work for free on public transit
Company
Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley
STANFORD HEALTH CARE TRI-VALLEY Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley (formerly ValleyCare) provides high-quality care rooted in science and compassion to support the health and well-being of its community in the East Bay and beyond.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Reena Jadhav
Board Member, Chair Comp & Workforce
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