Mammography Technologist

Providence Rezolut Irvine, a Rezolut Company, is looking for a Mammography Technologist to join our team

Who is Rezolut?

Rezolut is a national emerging platform of diagnostic medical imaging services. With a focus on four key platforms, our vision is to provide top-notch patient care partnered with innovative technology — to achieve better health outcomes.

Essential Functions of a Mammography Tech

The mammography tech is responsible for detecting breast tissue abnormalities by completing mammographic imaging studies; presenting them for diagnosis.

• Greets patients by confirming patient identification; reviewing imaging requests; checking for special instructions; confirming anticipated service with patients.
• Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of imaging procedures; explaining equipment; answering questions.
• Conducts mammography study by positioning breasts; adjusting compression mechanisms; instructing the patient to hold breath; retreating to lead protected area; adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors; activating equipment to take image; releasing compression mechanisms; preparing for next positioning and view.
• Minimizes radiation to patients and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques.
• Maintains production and quality of mammograms by following established standards and procedures; developing mammograms; observing mammogram results; determining necessary adjustments for optimum results; retaking mammograms as required; forwarding completed studies to the radiologist for interpretation.
• Ensures operation of mammography equipment by completing preventive maintenance; instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories.
• Keeps mammography supplies and patient gowns ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; collecting and processing laundry.
• Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following, and enforcing standards and procedures.
• Documents patient mammogram services by completing patient record charting.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.

Requirements of a Mammo Tech

• Current BLS
• Satisfactory completion of formal Radiologic technology training in an AMA-approved school and ability to meet requirements for registry by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and/or Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT)
• Mammographic Radiologic Technology certified.
• Able to operate sophisticated computer equipment
• Able to assist in performing DEXA and Xray exams
• Strong interest in scientific and technical skills and knowledge
• Able to interact compassionately and effectively with the sick or injured
• Able to communicate effectively
• Able to perform well independently
• Able to follow detailed instructions

Experience:

• -Minimum 2 years of experience as a radiologic technologist.
• -Minimum 1+ years of experience as a mammography technologist.
• -Experienced with ACR and all inspections

Salary

• $50-60 per hour

Hours

• Full-time

What We Offer

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Basic Life/AD&D
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program