Multi Modality Mammography Technologist

*Primary City/State:*Glendale, Arizona*Department Name: *Arrowhead Commons-Img Ctr*Work Shift: *Day*Job Category:*Clinical Care*$3,000 Sign-On Bonus for qualified new hires *A rewarding career that fits your life.

Those who have joined the Banner mission come from all walks of life, united by the common goal: Make health care easier, so life can be better.

If changing health care for the better sounds like something you want to be part of, apply today.Banner Imaging offers a customer-focused team that provides a comprehensive range of Medical Imaging procedures in a friendly work environment.

Mammography Technologists are at the heart of breast imaging. Your role is the most important, it can calm a nervous patient and your proper positioning ensures a proper diagnosis.

As a Mammo Tech you’ll provide support in Mammo and X-ray.

You’ll evaluate images for technical quality and explain procedures to patients.  This position is full-time, Monday-Friday 7:30a to 4pm or 8am-4:30pm.If selected, the recruiter will provide eligibility criteria for the sign-on bonusMedical imaging plays a pivotal role in the delivery of excellent patient care at Banner Health.

From detection and diagnosis to the treatment of illnesses and abnormalities, Banner Health’s varied medical imaging and radiology services help physicians establish and execute individualized treatment plans. Medical Imaging professionals also enjoy access to:
– State-of-the art technology
– The latest in Picture Archival Communication System (PACS) technology
– Relocation assistance
– Tuition reimbursement
– Continuing education programs
– Career growth and promotion opportunities
– Travel medical imaging technologist positions.POSITION SUMMARYThis position performs prescribed procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols.

This position ensures optimal care/treatment to patient populationCORE FUNCTIONS1. Performs procedures by following and verifying referring providers’ orders.

Uses independent judgment and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures.2. Educates patients/families regarding procedure and/or treatment to be performed.

Demonstrates professional behavior/conduct in all interactions; fosters teamwork, efficient use of resources and quality patient outcomes.3. Produces high quality images and prepares/presents them with other pertinent patient information for timely interpretation.

Prepares and maintains accurate documentation.4.

Demonstrates competence in performing prescribed invasive/interventional procedures if applicable in accordance with established policies if applicable.5.

Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements.

Demonstrates the ability to trouble shoot and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance.

Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors.

Adheres to safety policies.6.

Accountable for the ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities related to the radiology practice.

This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information.7.

Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department.

Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure non-interruption of services.8.

Independently performs prescribed procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols to patients.

Internal customers: All levels of medical imaging and nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team.

External Customers: regulatory and health agencies, patients and family membersMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSCertificate or diploma from an approved/accredited Radiologic Technology programs.

Requires national certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB), or American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) based on modalities in which they will be conducting work and licensure by the state regulatory agency as applicable.

As of August 1, 2019, all Multi-Modality Technologist’s hired on or after August 1,2019 will be required to have an advance certification by an accrediting body in a specialty if applicable.

BLS certification requiredThis position requires clinical knowledge typically achieved with 2 years of Radiologic Technologist experience.

Must be actively working in each certified modality, in accordance with the needs of the facility.

The Multi-Modality Technologist I will be required to rotate and cover department scheduling as needed and required in areas where obtained certifications apply.

Multi-Modality Technol I Requires certification in two (2) or more of the following modalities: Radiologic (X-ray), Computed Tomography (CT), Bone Densitometry (DEXA), Mammography, Breast Sonography, Angiography.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSAdditional related education and/or experience preferred.