What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mammography Technologist - Imaging - Full Time - Days position at Nebraska Methodist Health System?
Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System?
At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care – a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It’s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient’s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly, our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in.
Job Summary
Performs screening and diagnostic mammography procedures. Responsible for all duties related to imaging patient care, Radiology Information system (RIS) data management, general clerical, physician assistance, patient transportation and other related duties as necessary. Responsible for all duties related to patient care or other duties as necessary. Demonstrate active involvement in the department.
Location: Methodist Fremont Health
Address: 450 E 23rd St. - Fremont, NE
Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., some flexibility.
Ask your recruiter/hiring manager about the following incentives that may be available for this position:
Essential Job Functions
Prepares patient for radiological procedure by positioning patient; adjusting immobilization devices; moving equipment into specified position; adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors.
Minimize radiation to patient and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding and knowledge of exposure factors.
Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements.
Ensures operation of radiology equipment by completing preventative maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
Performs quality control, helps maintain accreditation and Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) Guidelines.
Takes department call as assigned.
Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge with continuing education.
Identifies patient service requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients and other persons in apposition to understand service requirements.
Demonstrates commitment to continual learning, growth and development by participating in continuing education activities and staying abreast of changing technology, new procedures and protocols.
Schedule
Mon - Fri 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., some flexibility.
Job Description
Job Requirements
Education
Physical
Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission.
Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.
At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care – a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It’s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient’s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly, our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in.
Job Summary
Performs screening and diagnostic mammography procedures. Responsible for all duties related to imaging patient care, Radiology Information system (RIS) data management, general clerical, physician assistance, patient transportation and other related duties as necessary. Responsible for all duties related to patient care or other duties as necessary. Demonstrate active involvement in the department.
Location: Methodist Fremont Health
Address: 450 E 23rd St. - Fremont, NE
Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., some flexibility.
Ask your recruiter/hiring manager about the following incentives that may be available for this position:
- Sign-on bonus
- Tuition reimbursement
- Shift differentials & other financial incentives
- Tuition assistance
- Academic sponsorship with Methodist College
- Free parking
Essential Job Functions
Prepares patient for radiological procedure by positioning patient; adjusting immobilization devices; moving equipment into specified position; adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors.
Minimize radiation to patient and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding and knowledge of exposure factors.
Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements.
Ensures operation of radiology equipment by completing preventative maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
Performs quality control, helps maintain accreditation and Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) Guidelines.
Takes department call as assigned.
Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge with continuing education.
Identifies patient service requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients and other persons in apposition to understand service requirements.
Demonstrates commitment to continual learning, growth and development by participating in continuing education activities and staying abreast of changing technology, new procedures and protocols.
Schedule
Mon - Fri 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., some flexibility.
Job Description
Job Requirements
Education
- Associate's Degree required.
- Bachelor's Degree preferred.
- Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification, relevant specialty required radiology license in mammography or ability to obtain mammography certification within 6 months of hire or transfer date required.
- Currently licensed in the State of Nebraska required.
- Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire, required within 3 months of hire.
- Experience in mammography procedures preferred.
- Experience with multi-dimensional medical imaging systems, patient transportation devices, and radiology information system and Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS).
- Ability to manage and interact with patients and families of all age groups preferred.
- Ability to work at a fast pace preferred.
Physical
- Stands and or walks frequently
- Sits frequently
- Lifts and or carries up to 20lbs frequently, 50lbs occasionally
- Pushes and/or pulls up to 20lbs frequently
- Bends, stoops and crouches frequently
- Reaches floor-waist frequently
- Manual dexterity, eye hand coordination
- N/A
- Tasks involve exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues and other potentially infectious materials
Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission.
Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.
