Mammography Technologist

Base Pay Range:$32.66 - $48.99Job Description:The Mammography Technologist is a Full Time, Regular position working Monday through Friday, day shift hours at our Inland Imaging Pasco Imaging Center.Summary: Responsible for the operation of dedicated mammography equipment to perform radiologic procedures. Typical duties including operating equipment, applying prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis. Responsible for obtaining the highest quality radiological exams under the direct or indirect supervision of a radiologist per established ACR and Inland Imaging guidelines and protocols.Essential Duties/Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Maintains high standard of technical skills in modality by:Performs diagnostic and screening mammographic studiesPerforms mammograms to ACR standardsAppropriate views for particular exam as per radiologist/department protocolAbility to perform acceptable alternatives when patient condition requires themAbility to physically assist patient to obtain high quality mammogram examApplies prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosisMaintains working knowledge of mammography equipmentCompletes exam paperwork, coding for billing, patient data for tracking, patient historyMaintains stocked, organized and clean working area including equipment, technologist core area and exam roomsResponds to requests from patients on information, scheduling or other departmentsThis position may be required to work in a hospital, urgent care or clinical settingMust physically be able to position and maneuver patients to perform mammographic studies.Performs other duties as assignedGeneral Duties and Responsibilities:Ability to maintain strict confidentiality within the Inland Imaging companies and Inland’s customers.Follows all Health and Safety policies and guidelines of Inland Imaging or its partners depending on work location.Follows all company policies including those regarding harassment, non-retaliation, discrimination, respectful workplace, and related policies.Follows all policies regarding HIPAA, non-disclosure of confidential information and company security.Honest, pleasant manner and good personal hygiene.Free of alcohol and drug abuse.Ability to access multiple worksites in a timely manner.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Detail oriented; ability to multi-task; organized and able to work in a fast-paced environment.Demonstrates self-directed learning and participation in continuing education through professional journals, approved seminars, etc.Ability to consider individual needs in communication with and assessment and treatment of patients of all ages.Adheres to departmental standards and personnel policies by demonstrating professional demeanor in conduct and appearance.Follows company departmental standards and personnel policies by using good teamwork and communication skills to help identify concerns and solutions, assisting where needed to ensure a smooth functioning department.Performs other duties as required by displaying team spirit and self-growth, accepting and performing other projects and responsibilities, and requesting other projects and responsibilities.Quarterly quality assurance meeting attendance is required for this position.Attendance is a requirement for this position.Rotates to other shifts and locations as needed.Supervisory Responsibilities:There is no supervisory responsibility in this positionAdvocacy:Treats all patients with dignity and respect Provides excellent customer service Conforms to Joint Commission and HIPAA regulations Complies with PHI (Protected health Information) Demonstrates the Inland Imaging Core ValuesShow We Care, Do The Right Thing, Maximize Individual Potential, Challenge ConventionQualifications:Education: AA Degree is required. Accredited Radiologic Technologist Program or equivalent on the job experience required necessary to pass the ARRT (R)Experience:One to three years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist – desiredMQSA Compliant (15 mammography specific CME’s within last 36 months; 200 mammograms performed within the last 24 months; 40 hours of initial digital mammography training; 8 hours initial training in additional mammographic modality used (tomo)Anatomy and medical terminologyUnderstanding of mammography examsLicensure: Must maintain current Washington State Certified Radiologic Technologist LicenseCertifications: Registered AART (R), (M) CertificateMust pass ARRT (M) boards within 12 months of Technologist being trained, working independently and signed off with a current competency checklistCurrent CPR/BLS requiredComputer Skills: Experience with the following computer applications is highly desired: Outlook; Microsoft Office Suite; Qgenda; Workday; Medicalis: PACS; MagView; Internet/Intranet, WebexBackground Check:Must be able to pass a background check required by RCW View phone number on click.appcast.io to work with children under the age of 16, developmentally disabled persons or vulnerable adultsIn order to comply with provisions set forth in Sections 1128 and 1156 of the Social Security Act, all new employees of Inland Imaging Clinical Associates, LLC will be checked against the LIST OF EXCLUDED INDIVIDUALS provided by the Department of Health & Human Services, Office of the Inspector General (OIG). Employees must not be included on this list.Drug Test: Eligible employees must be able to pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test.Nuvodia/Inland is an EEO employer... #J-18808-Ljbffr