Mammography Tech

Mammography Technologist

Foundation Health Partners (FHP) is looking for Mammography Technologists to join the Outpatient team!

Pay & Benefits:

• Compensation: 40.08 to 64.13 hourly wage based on experience and education
• Retention Bonus: 20000 Retention Bonus for eligible new hires
• Relocation Assistance: up to 7500 Relocation Assistance
• Temporary Housing: 90 Days Temporary Housing Provided
• Additional Pay: Shift Differential Annual Increases Paid Time Off
• Benefits: medical vision dental 401k with employer match
• Education Benefits: FHP Tuition Assistance Student Loan Forgiveness
• Other Benefits: Onsite Gym Wellness Programs Discount programs

Shifts Available:

• Full-time 40 hours per week 5x8-hour shifts Monday - Friday: 8:45am - 5:15pm No Weekends No Holidays

About Fairbanks Memorial Hospital:

Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is a non-profit facility owned by the Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Foundation. A Joint Commission-accredited facility with 152 licensed beds Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is the primary referral center for residents of Alaska's interior. We have a strong patient to nurse ratio and a culture of Shared Leadership. In addition to our exceptional clinical environment our location offers incomparable lifestyle rewards away from work. In Fairbanks small-town living spectacular natural beauty and endless recreation combine to create a one-of-a-kind place to live work and play.

Living in Fairbanks:

As the second largest city in Alaska Fairbanks offers a unique blend of large-town amenities breathtaking landscapes and plenty of wide-open space making this community one of the most special in the country. With a rich history and plentiful diversity Fairbanks is proud to be called the Golden Heart City and only once you visit will you understand the name to be true. No state income tax and no sales tax. Second largest city in Alaska at 100000 residents. College Town the University of Alaska Fairbanks UAF Community & Technical College Military Community Ft. Wainwright Army Post & Eielson Air Force Base. 15 Elementary Schools | 4 Middle Schools | 4 High Schools | 10 District Schools of Choice| robust youth sports programs Summer activities: Midnight sun hiking fishing camping gold panning kayaking berry picking rafting rock climbing recreational flying community-wide festivals live music and events. Winter activities: Northern lights skiing snowshoeing snowmobiling hockey curling ice fishing dog mushing ice climbing hunting ice art word class hot springs community-wide art shows and festivals etc.

Responsibilities:

SCOPE AND COMPLEXITY Independently performs prescribed procedures in accordance with department/facility policies procedures and protocols to patients. Internal customers: All levels of medical imaging and nursing management and staff medical staff and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Customers: regulatory and health agencies patients and family members.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs procedures by following and verifying referring providers orders. Uses independent judgment and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures.
• Educates patients/families regarding procedure and/or treatment to be performed. Demonstrates professional behavior/conduct in all interactions fosters teamwork efficient use of resources and quality patient outcomes.
• Produces high quality images and prepares/presents them with other pertinent patient information for timely interpretation. Prepares and maintains accurate documentation.
• Demonstrates competence in performing prescribed invasive/interventional procedures if applicable in accordance with established policies if applicable.
• Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements. Demonstrates the ability to trouble shoot and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance.
• Maintains a safe environment for patients personnel and visitors. Adheres to safety policies.
• Accountable for the ethical legal and professional responsibilities related to the radiology practice. This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information.
• Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department. Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure non-interruption of services.
• Performs all functions according to established policies procedures regulatory and accreditation requirements as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers of Foundation Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.

NOTE: The essential functions are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented as outlined by the incumbent's immediate manager.

Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certificate or diploma from an approved/accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• Requires national certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and licensure by the state regulatory agency if applicable. Advance certification by accrediting body in specialty required within 18 months of hire if applicable.
• BLS certification required.
• This position requires clinical knowledge typically achieved with 2 years of experience. Must demonstrate effective communication skills human relations skills analyze data and solve problems. Foundation Registry and Travel positions require a minimum of one year experience in an acute care hospital setting. Experience must include working in an acute care setting within the past 12 months in the area of specialty.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• DEXA experience is preferred.