Mammography Technologist jobs in Bellingham, WA

Description:Who We Are:
Skagit Radiology, Inc, PS, a radiology physician partnership since 1972, is committed to delivering top-tier diagnostic imaging and interventional radiology. Our commitment to excellence is evident in our advanced sub-specialization and utilization of state-of-the-art technology for cost-effective clinical practice. As industry leaders, we collaborate with healthcare providers to enhance patient care, upholding values like respect, teamwork, professionalism, and confidentiality. Our areas of specialty include Neuroradiology, Musculoskeletal Radiology, Breast Imaging, Body Imaging, Nuclear Medicine, and Cardiovascular/Interventional Radiology. Our professional team ensures a seamless blend of expertise and compassionate, personalized care at all our imaging locations.
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Position Summary:*
Under general supervision, this position will be responsible for assisting radiologists in performing mammography screening, diagnostic and interventional procedures. Additional responsibilities include providing procedure-related patient care and education, maintaining records and documentation of procedures, and ensuring the safety and comfort of all patients, operators, staff and visitors. This position will require someone who can work effectively independently, as well as part of a team.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform screening and diagnostic mammograms and procedures on appropriate anatomical regions in accordance with accepted standards of practice and protocols of the individual site radiologist.
• Provide proper radiation protection for patient and staff.
• Complete and sign patient screening forms and appropriately explain procedures to the patient.
• Obtain necessary consent from patients before conducting procedures.
• Maintain patient care, comfort and safety during exams.
• Ensure images and documentation are put into PACS in a timely manner.
• Communicate with front desk staff any changes that may alter patient schedule flow.
• Provide optimal customer service and patient care, while utilizing AIDET service principles in all encounters.
• Perform equipment quality checks and troubleshoot problems; call for service and notify appropriate management when necessary.
• Maintain equipment service manual, delivery schedule and all related statistics.
• Maintain and clean all equipment in accordance with required decontamination procedures.
• Attend and actively participate in all department, team and/or committee meetings.
• Comply with all company, department and location specific policies, procedures and mandatory learning requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by radiologist and management.

Job Type: Per-diem
Pay: $85,000.00 - $102,000.00 per year
Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person
Benefits:

• Employee Assistance Plan
• Access professional development programs for learning opportunities
• Educational assistance

Requirements:Required Education, Training & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of a certified radiology technologist program required.
• Current Washington State Radiologic Technologist certification required.
• Current ARRT certification.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider BLS required.
• Minimum 2-year Mammography clinical experience preferred.
• Recent experience in mammography procedures and biopsies a plus. Recent mammography biopsy assistance experience preferred.
• Must keep current in radiology CEUs.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Detailed knowledge of current Mammography scanning protocols and procedures.
• Proficient in:
• PACS;
• Microsoft Office Suite applications;
• Accessing and navigating company intranet for forms, policies and procedures;
• Accessing and entering data on organization-wide software;
• And accessing and using internet resources when required in order to perform job duties.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to communicate findings to reading radiologist and interact in a positive and professional manner with patients and their family members.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with physicians, co-workers, patients and their families.
• Ability to maintain patience and tact when interacting with hostile and emotionally upset patients, family members, visitors, etc.
• Ability to coordinate work schedule with requirements of position.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ability to perform physical activity, including but not limited to: repetitive motions, feeling, grasping, fingering (pinching, typing, handling, etc.), lifting, pulling, pushing, walking, standing, reaching, crouching and stooping.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist; lift up to 20 lbs. over the head; and carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
Occasionally required to help lift and/or move patients.
Physical ability to perform all aspects of diagnostic testing, including CPR on all patients.
Cognitive skill required to administer safe patient care.
Read/write/speak and understand English.
Auditory and visual ability to assess and provide diagnostic care.
Most work is accomplished indoors and in air conditioned or well-ventilated facilities.
Skagit Radiology, Inc. is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We celebrate our differences because we believe diversity drives innovation and leads to sustainable success. We recruit, hire, and promote our employees based on capability and performance, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $60.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person