About this opportunity
University of Utah Health lists this Mammography Technologist - PRN, Mobile Screening opportunity in salt lake city, Utah. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Overview
University of Utah Health is a patient‑focused organization that enhances health and well‑being through patient care, research and education. The organization values collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff committed to compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust, integral to our mission. EO/AA
This position functions as a specialist in various areas of breast imaging. The role provides direct patient care and may administer medications within scope of practice and state law.
Responsibilities
Performs various breast imaging procedures with ionizing and non‑ionizing equipment, including ultrasound‑guided or stereotactic breast biopsies.
Complies with ACR imaging guidelines to produce optimum radiographs.
Educates patients regarding procedures and maintains a safe, comfortable, supportive environment throughout the exam.
Communicates educational information about breast cancer risks and breast imaging.
Participates in and is responsible for designated aspects of departmental and procedural quality improvement.
Collects and documents patient information accurately and in a timely manner and assists in patient follow‑up.
Trains new and student mammography technologists on expected performance levels in breast imaging techniques and quality improvement.
Identifies and assists in rectifying equipment problems.
Inventories supplies.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Ability to perform essential job functions as outlined.
Ability to perform multiple tasks in a demanding environment.
Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.
Demonstrated effective communication skills.
Ability to maintain compliance with all regulatory agencies overseeing breast imaging services, including quality control and documentation and effective communication with patients regarding their procedures and concerns.
Qualifications
Licenses Required
Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system (to be obtained within 30 days of hire).
Current licensure to practice as a Radiologic Technologist in the State of Utah.
Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists for Mammography, R.T. (M).
Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.
Preferred Qualifications
Stereotactic breast biopsy experience.
Three (3) years of experience in breast imaging.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Intermediate working conditions in a healthcare setting that may require lifting up to 50 pounds and consistently moving patients or medical equipment while providing patient care.
Physical Requirements
Carrying, Climbing, Color Determination, Crawling, Far Vision, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Tasting or Smelling, Walking
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Worksite address
salt lake city, UT, 84193, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.