Mammographer Technologist-Registered

Overview

UnityPoint-St Luke's

PRN (as needed)

Days

Under the direction of the Radiologist; the Mammography Technologist shall perform a variety of Mammography related procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative in the utilization of radiation for the diagnosis of disease in patients of various ages. They also provide the technical knowledge, expertise & professional judgement required to support the mission, vision, and values of UnityPoint Health - St.

Luke’s. The Mammography Technologist will also provide secondary support to the Diagnostic Imaging & Dexa areas as needed.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few:

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Communication and Interaction

• Explains procedure to patients (patient communication) and performs patient care activities. Responsible for patient education of breast health issues, questions, and concerns.
• Always demonstrates professional conduct, displaying FOCUS Values to patients, visitors, peers, and leadership.
• Maintains privacy of the patients, their test results, and records.
• Maintains communication with Imaging Administration, staff, and physicians in a professional manner. Seeks the advice & direction of the Mammography Leaders with problems. Implementing a solution at direction/discretion of Leaders.
• Maintains/stocking of sufficient supplies in the Mammography Suite so that patient care is not affected by untimely depletion of critical supplies. Mindful of waste & utilizes supplies wisely.
• Promotes & exhibits a positive public relations image through productive and professional interactions with nurses, physicians, visitors, patients, peers, leaders, and other hospital personnel.
• Facilitates professional & safe learning environment for students and new hires through in-service instruction and clinical supervision. Providing constructive criticism in a private setting.
• Actively participates in Departmental Process Improvement projects; including but not limited to, patient satisfaction scores, Departmental Goals & personal goals.
• Development of technologist role by attending various departmental Meetings & educational opportunities.
• Positively adapts to change; is open to new ideas, takes on new responsibilities as assigned; adjusts plans to meet changing needs. Portrays positive attitude to others regarding system/departmental changes.
• Ensures & works to improve customer satisfaction, sets realistic customer expectations, solves customer problems, meets commitments to customers, seeks out customer input, responds to internal customers. RL Events Reporting when warranted.
• Has good listening skills, builds strong relationships, is flexible/open minded, solicits performance feedback and handles constructive criticism. Builds strong communication lines with others
• Works well in groups, helps resolve conflicts, participates in various staff or departmental meetings, works well with other departments, is flexible and open-minded, and focuses on meeting set goals.

Equipment and Regulatory Management

• Utilizes information systems and prepares all documentation necessary to…