Mammography Technologist Imaging Clinic

Primary City/State:

Phoenix, Arizona

Department Name:

Union Hills -Img Ctr

Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Clinical Care

Those who have joined the Banner mission come from all walks of life, united by the common goal: Make health care easier, so life can be better. If changing health care for the better sounds like something you want to be part of, we want to hear from you.

Come join our team at Banner Imaging-Union Hills. We perform exams on all age ranges conducting CT, X-ray, Fluoroscopy, MRI, DEXA, screening Mammography, general Ultrasound, and Muscular Skeletal Ultrasounds. You have an opportunity to work alongside Certified Muscular Skeletal radiologists, multiple modality technologists, front office representatives, and medical imaging assistants. Here at Banner Imaging Union Hills we embrace a positive, fun family atmosphere where we encourage our team members to learn and grow. We routinely provide opportunities for staff to cross train into other roles and take on new positions, whether at Union Hills or another Banner Imaging Location. We utilize the latest technology to provide excellent patient care to our patients. Our Imaging center is able to provide exceptional, consistent medical imaging exams with our dedicated staff who work together as a team to provide high-quality, comprehensive care while paying close attention to each patient’s needs. We feel we have something special here at Union Hills and are looking forward to you joining our team.

This position you will work Monday thru Friday 7am – 330pm with occasional Saturday shift that is rotated between our whole Mammography staff(maybe 1 Saturday every 8 weeks). In this role you will only be performing screening mammograms and will be trained to perform scanner QC. We have a FUJI Aspire Cristalle 3D mammogram unit. Manage patient schedule. Will be required to perform DXA scans as well. Our Xray technologists and Mammographers share the DXA scan patients.

Your pay and benefits (Total Rewards) are important components of your Journey at Banner Health. Banner Health offers a variety of benefit plans to help you and your family. We provide health and financial security options so you can focus on being the best at what you do and enjoying your life.

Medical imaging plays a pivotal role in the delivery of excellent patient care at Banner Health. From detection and diagnosis to the treatment of illnesses and abnormalities, Banner Health’s varied medical imaging and radiology services help physicians establish and execute individualized treatment plans. Medical Imaging professionals also enjoy access to: - State-of-the art technology - The latest in Picture Archival Communication System (PACS) technology - Relocation assistance - Tuition reimbursement - Continuing education programs - Career growth and promotion opportunities - Travel medical imaging technologist positions.

POSITION SUMMARY
This position performs prescribed procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols. This position ensures optimal care/treatment to patient population.

CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Performs procedures by following and verifying referring providers’ orders. Uses independent judgment and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures.

2. 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.

3. Produces high quality images and prepares/presents them with other pertinent patient information for timely interpretation. Prepares and maintains accurate documentation.

4. Demonstrates competence in performing prescribed invasive/interventional procedures if applicable in accordance with established policies if applicable.

5. 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.

6. Accountable for the ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities related to the radiology practice. This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information.

7. 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.

8. 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Requires national certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and licensure by the state regulatory agency as applicable. Advance certification by accrediting body in Mammography required within 18 months of hire. BLS certification required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.