Breast Imaging & Interventional Technologist

Overview

Are you an experienced Breast Imaging & Interventional Technologist? We would love to have you to join our team!

We have an immediate opening for a Breast Imaging & Interventional Technologist located at the M Health Fairview Clinics & Surgery Center (~~~) right by the University of Minnesota campus. This is a 0.6 FTE (48 hours/pay period) day shift position.

We offer competitive pay and outstanding benefits as well as opportunities for advancement. Tuition reimbursement, medical, dental, retirement benefits and more!

Responsibilities Job Description

The Technologist position provides services to patients and physicians through the creation of diagnostic images appropriate to the age of the patient. Responsible for meeting the established standards of practice and patient care, supplies and equipment and for coordinating teamwork with all of the members of the health care team.

Maintains patient care

Performs examinations and identifies relevant data from images accurately

Communicates pertinent data clearly to the appropriate health care professional

Participates in crafting a culture of patient safety and knowledge of emergency preparedness for facility

Verify patient identification and documentation and connect with and educate patient regarding pertinent information during all aspects of exam

Achieves quality diagnostic images through correct patient positioning and use of technical factors according to protocol

Ensures patient data integrity

Accurately completes computer functions; edits, scheduling, billing, status changes, and file jacket transfers in a timely fashion

Accurate film identification and jacket preparation or digital image manipulation and archiving

Participates as an active team member

Orients and mentors new employees and students

Participates in department/facility process/quality improvement initiatives

Responsible for personal and professional development to ensure current knowledge required for position

Cleans and maintains rooms and supplies

Correctly operates equipment according to accepted standards and guidelines

Identifies and responds to equipment problems to ensure equipment is in working order according to Department guidelines

Accepts new technology as it is introduced into the facility

Demonstrates ability to provide care or service adjusting approaches to reflect developmental level of population served

Partners with patient/care-giver in care/decision making

Communicates in an encouraging manner and ensures a safe, secure environment

Individualizes plan of care to meet patient needs

Modifies clinical interventions based on population served

Qualifications

Required

A.R.R.T. (R)

A.R.R.T. (M) within 12 months

BLS - from America Heart Association or American Red Cross

Preferred

1 year in mammography

EEO Statement

EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status