Mammography Technologist, Part Time

Adventist Health

  • Portland, OR
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Job Category: TechnologistJob Description:In a bustling cosmopolitan area surrounded by nature, Adventist Health Portland has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since the 1800s. In partnership with OHSU, we are comprised of a 302-bed hospital, 11 medical offices, home care services, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout East Portland and the surrounding areas. There are many outdoor adventures readily available, including carving the snow at North America's only year-round ski resort, hiking along the Columbia River Gorge or taking a day trip to the unmatched beauty of the Oregon coast.Job Summary:Performs specialized examinations of the breast to help in the diagnosis and treatment of breast disease. Performs all required procedures in the department while operating specialized equipment. Acts as a competent clinician who provides clinical care in a skilled and effective manner, utilizing appropriate technical and decision-making skills.Job Requirements:Education and Work Experience:
  • Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology: Required
  • Experience as a Mammography Technologist: Preferred
Licenses/Certifications:
  • Oregon Board of Medical Imaging (OBMI) Radiologic Technologist License: Required in OR: Required in OR
  • American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Radiography (ARRT-R): Required
  • American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Mammography (ARRT-M): Required in OR, Preferred in CA and HI
  • Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required
Essential Functions:
  • Completes patient education regarding the exam while promoting privacy and comfort for the patient. Follows infection control and safety guidelines.
  • Performs diagnostic or screening mammogram as ordered. Prepares for and assists the Radiologist in the completion of intricate mammography examinations, including breast biopsies. Produces high quality films for the radiologist to evaluate and completes appropriate documentation.
  • Obtains pertinent patient information and disseminates subsequent patient preparation instructions to patient care areas.
  • Elevates questions, problems and significant challenges to more senior staff for direction or subject matter expertise.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Organizational Requirements:Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.About Us: Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

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