Mammography Tech, Marinhealth Imaging Per Diem, Days

ABOUT MARINHEALTH
Are you looking for a place where you are empowered to bring innovation to reality? Join MarinHealth, an integrated, independent healthcare system with deep roots throughout the North Bay. With a world-class physician and clinical team, an affiliation with UCSF Health, an ever-expanding network of clinics, and a new state-of-the-art hospital, MarinHealth is growing quickly. MarinHealth comprises MarinHealth Medical Center, a 327-bed hospital in Greenbrae, and 55 primary care and specialty clinics in Marin, Sonoma, and Napa Counties. We attract healthcare’s most talented trailblazers who appreciate having the best of both worlds: the pioneering medicine of an academic medical center combined with an independent hospital's personalized, caring touch.

MarinHealth is already realizing the benefits of impressive growth and has consistently earned high praise and accolades, including being Named One of the Top 250 Hospitals Nationwide by Healthgrades, receiving a 5-star Ranking for Overall Hospital Quality from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and being named the Best Hospital in San Francisco/Marin by Bay Area Parent, among others.

What We Offer
MarinHealth offers a comprehensive suite of employee benefits that support your health, wellness, and financial security. Our robust Wellness@Work program includes onsite health & fitness classes, discounts, and promotes a healthier lifestyle for employees. We also provide a 403(b) contribution plan and company-funded retirement plan, life insurance, vacation, holiday, and sick leave. These benefits, along with our highly competitive compensation package, make MarinHealth one of the best places to work in the Bay Area. Join us and find your next career at MarinHealth.

External hires are subject to a background check and pre-employment medical screening. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability status, and any other classifications protected by federal, state, and local laws.

JOB SUMMARY:

Provides Radiologic examinations, including Mammography to patients under the general Supervision of the Medical Director of Imaging Services.  Working under general supervision, operates radiographic equipment to produce images of the body, including Breast Imaging for diagnostic purposes.  Work will include related tasks that directly support the delivery of care.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION

Education required to achieve mandatory certification

EXPERIENCE

1-year clinical experience with Mammography experience preferred

PREREQUISITE SKILLS

• Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the performance of diagnostic studies for patients of all age groups from infant to geriatrics
• Must be able to demonstrate specific competence in the performance of all Mammography related studies and procedures
• By their actions, technologists will demonstrate the ability to interact and communicate with all contacts in a professional, caring and effective manner
• May occasionally be required to participate with Quality Improvement activities

LICENSE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION: 

• Must hold current Certification as a Certified Radiologic Technologist pursuant to Section 30451, Title 17 California Code of Regulations
• Current certification in Mammography with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) preferred
• Current Basic Life Support Certificate

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

 ESSENTIAL

• Demonstrates competence to perform all imaging procedures as outlined in the department policy and procedure manual
• Demonstrates competence in all Breast Imaging procedures including Screening Mammography, Diagnostic Mammography, Biopsy/Needle placement procedures, and minimally invasive studies
• Accurately presents patient studies for interpretation.  Information will include pertinent clinical history, physician’s order, demographics and other data necessary to interpret the exam
• Participates in a daily processor quality control program to ensure consistency in imaging results
• Communicates equipment issues to management in a timely manner for service resolution
• Consistent use of universal precautions in all patient contacts
• Demonstrates through actions the ability to effectively use alternative methods to resolve problems as they arise
• Regularly interfaces with the Radiology Information System to accurately represent procedural information
• Effectively interacts with co-workers and physician in a positive and professional manner
• Assists with clerical support functions as needed to most efficiently process patient studies

 SECONDARY

Other duties as assigned

At MarinHealth, our top priority is the well-being of our employees, patients, and community. As such, we require all employees to receive necessary immunizations, including the measles, mumps, varicella, and seasonal flu vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter. Additionally, the continued recommendation to obtain a COVID booster vaccination status. We understand that some individuals may require medical or religious exemptions from these requirements, but we remain committed to prioritizing the health and safety of all. Thank you for helping us in our efforts to maintain a healthy and safe environment for all.

The compensation for this role listed on this posting is in compliance with applicable law.  The selected candidate’s compensation will be determined based on the individual’s skills, experience, internal/market equity factors, and qualifications.  This posted minimum and maximum range represents the minimum and maximum of what we reasonably expect to compensate for the position.  Furthermore, all compensation decisions are ultimately determined in accordance with our compensation philosophy.  Compensation for positions covered by collective bargaining agreements are governed by the agreements in the aforementioned document.