Mammography Technologist I

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Mammography Technologist I to join our team!

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Department
DH RADIOLOGY MAMMOGRAPHY PAV L

Job Summary

As one primary component of this job, and under the direction of a radiologist, performs screening and diagnostic mammograms at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Performs a variety of technical imaging procedures that entail application of ionizing radiation; therefore, prudent judgment, strong technical skills, and a commitment to patient safety are considered requisite professional characteristics for individuals assuming the position as a mammography technologist. Another secondary component of this job involves assisting the radiologist in performing interventional breast procedures and breast ultrasound examinations in order to contribute to a diagnosis.

Essential Functions :

• Performs screening and diagnostic mammograms following appropriate assessment by clinicians. (50%)
  
• Performs breast ultrasound procedures in a timely manner according to physicians' order, established protocols, and/or specific radiologist direction. (5%)
  
• Effectively interacts with Denver Health's PACS system through compliance with data entry, image post-processing, image archiving tasks, image quality assurance, and other related user interface activities. (5%)
  
• Assists radiologists during interventional procedures, (breast biopsies, needle localizations). Such assistance may include procedures preparation, post-procedural patient care to include, but not limited to, breast compression, retrieval of ice, and delivery of biopsy specimen to laboratory. (5%)
  
• Maintains records of examinations and other pertinent information on patients within Epic. (5%)
  
• Performs QC/QA processes daily on digital equipment. Phantom image test must be performed weekly. (5%)
  
• Assembles order requisition, patient history sheet, and comparison films (when relevant) for radiologists' review within 30 minutes of completion of exam. (5%)
  
• Performs duties related to the management of pathology results that include: printing and copying of pathology reports; verifying if patients are scheduled properly; and entering of pathology results into the computer system. Any or all of the following activities may be required each week as directed by supervisor and/or radiologist(s).
  • Print written pathology reports from previous week's patients' biopsies.
  • Refer abnormal results to surgical breast clinic for an appointment.
  • Education patients of their scheduled procedures.
  • Meet with patients to discuss biopsy results.
  • Assist with preparation for breast conference.
  • Update the procedure book with pathology results.
  • Check status of patients waiting for biopsies and document.
  • Notify PCP about patient's status.
  • Check status of patients needing additional views and document.
  • Enter pathology results into Epic.
  • Notify care providers of patient's pathology results.
  • Remind radiologist to addend his/her interpretation by providing the radiologist a copy of the written pathology report.
  (5%)
  
• Uses Epic to schedule breast diagnostic studies. (5%)
  
• Assists in the maintenance of department inventory by ordering, stocking, and performing inventory checks on those medical supplies utilized when performing general radiographic examinations. (5%)
  
• Maintains a clean and orderly working environment through wiping down examination tables, changing linens, stocking supplies, and washing/disinfecting general radiographic equipment. (5%)
  

Education :

• Post High School Diploma or Certificate Program Required
  

Work Experience :

• 1 year of professional work experience in performing breast screening and diagnostic procedures, preferred.
  

Licenses :

• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required
  
• RTR-RT Radiography - ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Required and
  
• RTM-RT Mammography - ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Required OR Colorado Provisional Mammography License - Accreditation CDPHE Required and Initial Qualifications Completed - MQSA Mammography Quality Standards Act Required
  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

• Knowledge in how to operate digital mammography equipment and related technology.
  
• Competency in the performance of screening and diagnostic mammograms.
  
• Knowledge of how to address age-specific care needs of patients.
  
• Effective interpersonal skill sets that lead to productive communications and collaborations.
  
• Competency in interpreting physician order requests for screening/diagnostic mammograms as well as interventional breast procedures and breast ultrasound imaging.
  
• Ability to exercise prudent judgment in selecting and configuring equipment settings to compensate for patient physiologic variances.
  
• Ability to consistently produce quality images related to the breast region.
  

Shift
Days (United States of America)

Work Type
Regular

Salary
$34.06 - $51.09 / hr

Benefits

At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future - with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development - while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you're joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.


Here is a small list of our benefit programs:

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
• 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
• Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
• Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
• Tuition reimbursement & assistance
• Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

About Denver Health

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation.


As Colorado's primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year.


Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.


Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.