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Travel Mammography Technologist - $2,488 per week

Company: Oregon Health & Science University Hospital
Location: Portland
Posted on: October 30, 2024

Job Description:

  • Certification Details
  • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
  • BLS - Basic Life Support
  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
  • NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure
  • State License 1 Verification
  • Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB)
  • NIH Stroke Certification
    • Job Details
    • Mammo Tech
    • Variable hours between 0700-1900 5x8s shifts
    • The Mammographic Technologist performs imaging procedures according to physician's orders, utilizing knowledge and judgment in regard to exposure factors, imaging technique, and patient treatment.
    • Proficient in the field of Mammography and General Radiology.
    • Positions patient for diagnostic imaging according to department procedures, training, and machine requirements.
    • Operates imaging equipment, determines and sets exposure factors, sets technique utilizing all relevant factors to ensure accurate and quality images with minimal and acceptable repeat rates.
    • Uses computer image processing to select and optimize images.
    • Presents exams and related patient information to radiologist for diagnosis.
    • Assists with patient transport by moving patients using standard procedures.
    • Expected to perform the complete range of departmental mammographic exams from Screening to Stereotactic.
    • Documentation: Gathers complete documentation of all pertinent information to provide accurate and timely service to customers.
    • Correctly identifies patient by checking patient's I.D., full name and DOB according to department procedure.
    • Reviews patient questionnaire and orders to insure correct examination.
    • Labels images completely with demographic, position and other needed documentation.
    • Logs activities, gathers charging information and charges exams as required.
    • Competently performs quality control and quality assurance, records results and reports variance from normal equipment function to meet MQSA standards.
    • Protects patients and others in the area by using proper machine settings and radiation safety standards.
    • Practices universal and blood and body fluid precautions, and sterile practices according to procedures.
    • Clearly communicates and uses knowledge of related anatomy and physiology to insure appropriate and effective care to adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.
    • Maintains awareness of patient status and takes appropriate actions to meet their needs.
    • Follows all departmental policies and procedures.
    • Apply the department standards of service excellence to internal and external customers.
      • Job Requirements
      • Education: Graduate of accredited 2-year Radiologic Technology school or program in addition to required prerequisite training.
      • Experience: A minimum of six consecutive months of breast imaging experience within the last year in Mammography required.
      • Experience in performing breast imaging examinations including breast screening, diagnostic examinations, ductograms, breast needle localizations, specimen radiographs, stereotactic (core and localization), and other related studies.
      • Preferred: Experience in Digital Mammography
      • Registered Radiological Technologist A.R.R.T. (R) is required with current Oregon licensure.
      • Must meet MQSA requirements for mammographers.
      • Registration in ARRT (M) Mammography within six months from date of hire.
      • Valid, approved BLS certification; current Oregon Board of Medical Imaging license.
        • Schedule Information
        • Variable hours between 0700-1900
        • 5x8s shifts
          • Additional Details
          • A valid government-issued photo ID is required. Must be presented on the first day to obtain OHSU ID badge.

Keywords: Oregon Health & Science University Hospital, Corvallis , Travel Mammography Technologist - $2,488 per week, Healthcare , Portland, Oregon

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