Mammography/Radiologic Technologist - Diagnostic Imaging

Department: Diagnostic Imaging Shift: Primarily Days (United States of America) Employee Type: Regular Per Diem Type (if applicable): Minimum Pay Range: $55.77 - $69.71 Job Description: POSITION SUMMARY The Mammography/Radiologic Technologist operates mammography/radiology/fluoroscopic/DEXA equipment to produce high quality images for interpretation by the radiologist. Performs routine and advanced imaging using fixed and portable imaging equipment. Ensures the quality control of imaging equipment and radiation safety of patients, visitors and workers. Assists in the performance of interventions when necessary. Ensures patient concerns are addressed in a caring and informative manner. Informs patients of the latest developments in Women’s healthcare and provides resources for patients’ information. Maintains a high standard of practice by participating in continued education in the field of mammography. Performs a minimum of one hundred mammography exams per year. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Education/Licensure/Certification: Must hold current California Radiological Technologists (CRT) licensure in Radiological Technology and Mammography. National American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) licensure strongly preferred. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. Education (CE) requirements must be current. CA Fluoroscopy license required. A.S. degree or Completion Certificate from a Radiological Technology Program required. Knowledge: Knowledge of Department of Human Services (DHS) and Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) regulations required. Minimum one-year experience performing mammography unsupervised. Must complete one-hundred mammography exams yearly, minimum. Previous experience performing DEXA scans preferred. Demonstrated literacy with computers. Skills: High standard work ethic. Must have excellent interpretive skills. Must have expertise in mammography techniques and positioning and competency in dealing with mammography patients. Knowledge of issues in women’s healthcare. Demonstrated ability to work and remain calm under stressful conditions. A NONPROFIT HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IN EL DORADO COUNTY Marshall is a nonprofit community healthcare provider located in the heart of the Sierra Foothills. Our history stems back to 1956, when the community banded together to build a modern hospital for El Dorado County. Since opening our doors in 1959, Marshall has been proud to maintain our status as an independent hospital whose governance remains local. Our mission is to improve the health of our community and offer health services of superior value and quality, centered on the goals and needs of our patients. We strive to deliver service that exceeds our patients’ expectations. Quality Care Marshall is routinely recognized in the top tier of hospitals in California by independent consumer healthcare groups, and we’re always striving to improve. Marshall’s Emergency Department is a verified Level III Trauma Center and our Stroke Program is not only distinguished as a Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission but also earned a Gold–Plus designation from the American Heart/American Stroke Association. Marshall’s Birth Center was also designated by the World Health Organization and UNICEF as a Baby Friendly® certified facility for breastfeeding advocacy. Serving El Dorado County & Surrounding Areas Marshall includes Marshall Hospital, a fully accredited acute care facility with 111 beds located in Placerville; several outpatient facilities in Cameron Park, Placerville, El Dorado Hills, and Georgetown; primary and specialty care clinics, more than 190 affiliated physicians and providers, as well as a team of more than 1,600 employees providing quality healthcare services to residents of El Dorado County. Marshall’s executive leadership is governed by a local board of directors who volunteer their time to represent the needs and interests of a growing community. Marshall also has a dedicated group of Auxiliary members, adult and junior volunteers that lend their support.