Mammography Technologist

Mammography Technologist

Why choose Stillwater Medical as Mammo Tech?

• Supportive work environment
• Great culture - On Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work since 2012
• World's Best Hospital (Newsweek)

Important things to know about the job:

• This PRN position will help with coverage as needed
• May need to work Saturdays on occasion

JOB SUMMARY: Operates radiographic equipment, digital mammography equipment, and digital bone density equipment to obtain and process diagnostic images, prints film, burns CD's, coordinates daily QC program, prepares rooms, equipment, supplies, contrast media, and obtains and documents pertinent patient history. Explains exams, screens, and educates patients. Provides compassionate patient care, during imaging procedures. Recognizes image artifact and records information for the patient's medical record. Explains exam and educates patients about procedure.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduated from Radiological Technology Training in a JCERT approved school program.
• Current ARRT registry card on file.
• Additional ARRT (M) Mammography Certification required.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Current BLS card or completion of course within 30 days of hire required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Able to work in latex burdened environment.
• Must have strength and stamina for prolonged walking and standing.
• Able to frequently lift up to 60 pounds, reach, pull, bend, stoop, and kneel.
• Demonstrates adequate vision, or correctable with glasses/contacts, to read, write, and evaluate medical images.
• Able to hear, or correctable with hearing devices, and able to talk to converse with others in person and over the telephone.
• Able to hear, see and feel to accurately observe, monitor, and administer care.
• Possess fine motor skills and hand/eye coordination to give care.