Acquisition Hire: Mammography Tech at GENTIVA CERTIFIED HEALTHCARE CORP DBA KINDRED

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mammography, Patient Care, Quality Control, Interpersonal Skills, Critical Thinking, Radiation Safety, Infection Control, Imaging Software, Documentation, Equipment Troubleshooting, Safety Protocols, Communication, Professional Development, Patient Education, BLS Certification, Radiologic Technology

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Please note: This position is based at our off-site clinic located at 2315 8th Street – Lewiston, ID and is not at the main hospital campus. At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates. Job Summary Under the direction of a Radiologist and/or Imaging Manager, the Mammography Technologist performs mammography procedures in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. This position involves preparing equipment, educating patients, performing imaging procedures, and maintaining quality control standards. The role also includes ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and guidelines, assisting with interventional procedures, and providing superior patient care across various age groups. Essential Functions Reviews patient history and physician orders; educates patient regarding procedures to ensure understanding and cooperation Positions patient and performs imaging procedures, including biopsies and stereotactic procedures Monitors patient condition continually and responds to changes as appropriate Implements safety protocols and performs quality control checks on imaging equipment Analyzes imaging results for quality and accuracy, takes corrective action as necessary Enters and transmits scan results; maintains accurate patient records and documentation Assists with interventional procedures, including needle localization and fine needle aspiration Ensures compliance with Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) and other relevant regulations Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions and reports issues to the supervisor Participates in safety training and follows protocols for exposure to bloodborne pathogens and hazardous materials Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Demonstrates superior interpersonal and communication skills with patients and team members Ability to perform critical thinking and decisive judgment in a fast-paced environment Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and adapt to changing priorities Proficiency in the use of imaging software and mammography tracking systems Knowledge of infection control procedures and radiation safety standards Physical ability to lift and move patients, and perform frequent bending, stooping, and reaching Ability to handle exposure to bloodborne pathogens and hazardous chemicals safely Maintains confidentiality of patient information and adheres to hospital policies and procedures Participates in ongoing training and professional development Maintains exam rooms and equipment in a clean and organized condition Attends departmental meetings and safety briefings as required Education Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program, required Must hold ARRT certification in Radiography and Mammography (M), required Completion of 200 mammograms within a 24-month period, preferred Licenses/Certifications Active state Radiologic Technologist license, required Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, required SCRQSA registration (if applicable), required Experience Minimum of one year of general radiography experience, preferred Minimum of two years of experience in Mammography, preferred Demonstrated experience in quality assurance and quality control in mammography, preferred

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Responsibilities

The Mammography Technologist performs mammography procedures under the direction of a Radiologist and/or Imaging Manager. This includes preparing equipment, educating patients, performing imaging procedures, and maintaining quality control standards.