Mammography Technologist - $44-60 per hour

Company: Adventist Health
Location: Hanford
Posted on: February 7, 2025

Job Description:

Adventist Health is seeking a Mammography Technologist for a job in Hanford, California.Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Mammography Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: Staff
  Located in a tight-knit community in Kings County, Adventist Health Hanford has been serving the Central Valley since 1965. We are comprised of a 173-bed hospital and many outpatient clinics with primary and specialty care services. Hanford residents are proud of their city's historic charm and family-friendly atmosphere. Within an hour's travel time, Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks can be enjoyed.
  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:
  
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  • Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology: Required
    
  • Experience as a Mammography Technologist: Preferred
    
    
    
    Licenses/Certifications:
    
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    • Radiologic Tech (RT) and Mammography Technologist: Required in CA
      
    • 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
      
    • Fluoroscopy license: Preferred in CA
      
    • Venipuncture certification: Preferred in CA
      
      
      
      Facility Specific License/Certifications:
      
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      • Mammographic Radiologic Technology (MRT): Required
        
        
        
        Essential Functions:
        
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        • 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, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA, HI and OR) etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
          
          
          Adventist Health Job ID #27078. Posted job title: mammography technologist, up to 5k hiring incentive, part time, 10 hr. day shift, breast care center, hanfordAbout Adventist HealthAdventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 80 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 400 sites of care, including 26 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 37,000 includes employees, physicians, allied health professionals and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness, and hope. We are committed to staying true to our heritage by providing patient-centered, quality care. Together, we are transforming the healthcare experience with an innovative and whole-person focus on physical, mental, spiritual and social healing to support community well-being.Benefits
          • Continuing Education
          • Bereavement
          • Medical benefits
          • Dental benefits
          • Vision benefits
          • Health Care FSA
          • 403b retirement plan
          • Employee assistance programs
          • Life insurance
          • Holiday Pay
          • 401k retirement plan
          • Sick pay
          • Health savings account

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