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Valley Medical Center Mammography Technologist -ARRT ($10k sign-on incentive!) in Renton, Washington
WE are Valley. Shouldn't You Be, Too?
At Valley, we serve a critical role in helping maintain and improve the health of our community. We share common core values such as compassion, respect, trust and teamwork. And we have an honest passion for helping others, patients and staff alike. If this excites and motivates you, consider joining our team!
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When you join Valley, you join a remarkable and motivated team dedicated to caring for our community and each other. From the operating room to the board room and all of the departments and clinics in between, we are committed, capable and eager to share our expertise and passion for helping others.
*TITLE: *Staff Mammography Technologist
JOB OVERVIEW: The incumbent performs a variety of technical procedures (high quality screening mammography, complete diagnostic work-up, wire localizations for surgical biopsy, galactograms, and stereo biopsy) that require skill, independent judgment and ingenuity. Is directly involved in facilitating patient throughput and directs a variety of cross trained staff in other service areas as needed. Performs and directs other duties necessary for the daily operation of the department.
SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS:
Position requires advanced positioning skills, a complete knowledge of breast anatomy and pathology, and the ability to interact with the patient in a caring and professional manner. The incumbent performs radiographic procedures at a high technical level and works closely with patients and radiologists. Position requires the ability to perform computer tasks using systems unique to the breast center.
*ROLE: *See generic job description for clinical support partner for generic job duties.
*AREA OF ASSIGNMENT: *Valley Breast Center
RESPONSIBLE TO: Manager and Supervisor, Valley Breast Center
PREREQUISITES:
Must have fulfilled MQSA mammography requirements.
License may be obtained through attending an approved school, ARRT certification or alternative training. Professional credentials specific to work area: ARRT with mammography certification preferred and/or Washington State License.
Previous professional experience in breast health special procedures.
Two years mammography experience preferred.
Able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on the assigned unit/department.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Demonstrates effective communication skills in a diverse population.
Ability to communicate in English.
Demonstrates the ability to work as a member of a team.
Flexibility, adaptability, and ability to remain organized and positive in a climate of constant change.
Familiarity and experience in outpatient imaging center environment.
Exceptional positive current references.
UNIQUE PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENT, AND WORKING CONDITIONS: See generic criteria for clinical support partner.
Requires working with a team at the direction of the manager to maintain effective operation of the Breast Health Center and facilitate efficient patient care. Includes handling, lifting, and transferring patients and equipment, standing, walking, and effectively communicating with staff, providers, and patients. Requires wearing lead aprons weighing 8 to 10 lbs. Requires transporting patients of varying size and weight via stretcher or wheelchair. Requires working under changing conditions, depending on the schedule. Includes the potential for exposure to body fluids, radiation, and other