Mammography Technologist

Job Description

Are you looking to be a part of a close knit, growing, innovative team, in a suburban setting? If you do, Adventist Health Portland's Imaging and Diagnostic Team is the place for you Apply and join our team today

The salary for this position is $35.37 - $53.01/hour.

Adventist Health Portland, part of both the Adventist Health and Oregon Health and Science University health systems features of a 302-bed medical center, 34 medical clinics, and home care and hospice services in the Portland metro area. Our full-service acute care medical center provides a full range of inpatient, outpatient, emergency and diagnostic services to communities on the city's east side. Key services include cardiovascular care, emergency services, orthopedics, radiation oncology, surgery, imaging, rehabilitation, and labor and delivery. Adventist Health Portland's mission executed by more than 550 physicians, 1,900 employees and 250 volunteers serving a local community known for its outdoor activities, independent creatives and exquisite culinary opportunities.

Job Summary:

Performs specialized examinations of the breast to help in the diagnosis and treatment of breast disease. Performs all required procedures in the outpatient department while operating specialized equipment. Participates in hiring of personnel, annual performance appraisals as needed and evaluation and monitoring staff competency. Acts as an expert clinician who demonstrates a high level of knowledge/expertise, and is a leader/resource to the healthcare team.

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience:

• Associate's Degree in radiologic technology: Required
• Bachelor's Degree in radiological technology or equivalent (some certifications will require Bachelor's): Preferred
• Five years' technical experience: Preferred
• Two years' leadership experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

• Oregon Board of Medical Imaging (OBMI) Radiologic Technologist License: Required in OR
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Radiography (ARRT-R): Required
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Mammography (ARRT-M): Required in OR, Preferred in CA and HI
• Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required

Essential Functions:

• Completes patient education regarding the exam while promoting privacy and comfort for the patient. Follows infection control and safety guidelines.
• Performs diagnostic or screening mammogram as ordered. Prepares for and assists the Radiologist in the completion of intricate mammography examinations, including breast biopsies. Produces high quality films for the radiologist to evaluate and completes appropriate documentation.
• Performs quality control functions related to mammography. Assists in compilation and maintenance of statistical data.
• Evaluates and critiques images prior to radiologist interpretation.
• Serves as technical leader on daily tasks and cases. Models/mentors and trains staff on technical skills. Recommends and coordinates scheduling of work assignments, daily priorities and directing the work of staff. Provides input into hiring and promotion decisions for staff.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA, HI and OR) etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

About Us

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 90 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 400 sites of care, including 26 acute care facilities, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of 37,000 includes employees, physicians and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

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