Specialist Mammography Technologist - Seattle, United States - University of Washington

Description

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus to eligible new employees joining UW Medicine

University of Washington Medical Center - Northwest - Radiology has an outstanding opportunity for a SPECIALIST MAMMOGRAPHY TECHNOLOGIST.


WORK SCHEDULE

• 100% FTE; 40 HOURS PER WEEK
• DAY SHIFT

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
The Spec Mammography Imaging Technologist performs screening mammography and both routine and complex diagnostic imaging accurately, independently, and efficiently. This includes advanced or complex exams and breast ultrasound. Also assists the radiologist with Ultrasound biopsies and Mammography and Ultrasound Guided localization procedures. Follows all outlined safety protocols while ensuring patient comfort and confidentiality. Competent in the use of all relevant computer systems.


DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
Advanced imaging and diagnostic services in North Seattle

Radiology at UWMC-Northwest is equipped with the advanced diagnostic imaging technology available.

Our board-certified radiologists have specialty training in cardiac imaging, neuroimaging, musculoskeletal, interventional radiology, nuclear medicine and body and breast imaging.

Along with our team of expert imaging technologists, they are committed to diagnosing illnesses and injuries quickly and effectively so treatment can begin.

We take time and attention with each patient to explain procedures, so they'll know what to expect every step of the way.

Radiology Services at UW Medical Center - Northwest offers routine radiology, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT), ultrasound, nuclear medicine, and interventional radiology.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

EQUIPMENT:
Understands, is able to independently operate, and practices proper use of mammography

and Ultrasound equipment

Able to troubleshoot minor problems with mammography and US equipment

Reports equipment malfunctions to supervisor or appropriate service

Practices proper aseptic techniques following use of all equipment

Chooses appropriate patient from work list or enters required patient information to

maintain accurate permanent record of test results

Evaluates new prototype equipment and maintains confidentiality of proprietary

information


IT/COMPUTER SYSTEMS/IMAGE MANAGEMENT:
Schedules, begins, completes, and cancels exams in EPIC as indicated

Knowledge of EPIC and PACS to perform daily duties

Validates all images sent to PACS prior to completing exam in EPIC

Reconciles any unspecified images in PACS and manages exceptions in EPIC

Documents any QA issues or protocol changes into the appropriate notes section in EPIC

Able to merge exams in PACS

Demonstrates knowledge in EPIC

Ensure that all exams are coded properly


IMAGING/PATIENT CARE:
Uses double patient identification to verify patient prior to exam

Examines all orders for accuracy and follows departmental protocols

Sets up exam rooms, ensuring all necessary equipment and supplies are ready.

Explains study to the patient, appropriately questions patient for exam to be performed,

instructs, and assists patients in proper positioning for the examination

Selects equipment and settings to optimize the image for diagnostic purposes as described

by UWMC protocol

Exercises independent judgment and is able to tailor examination relative to patients

clinical presentation and pathophysiological state

Appropriately monitors and communicates with the patient during exam and is able to

assess patient pain and notify proper personnel for intervention if necessary

Practices proper room set-up and clean-up for all procedures

Evaluates images for technical quality and accurate positioning

Provides Radiologists with the requested information for each exam; assists Radiologists

with problem-solving

Independently performs and evaluate both clinical and research examinations

Completes all examinations assigned in an efficient and timely manner without reduction

in exam quality

Inventories supplies and linens. Restocks rooms as needed. Cleans and tidies exam

rooms, patient holding rooms, wait rooms, etc.

Performs work accurately and quickly even during peak workloads and maintains an

acceptable volume of examinations as described by department policies


REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Satisfactory completion of formal technology training in an AMA approved school, registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

OR equivalent education/experience.

• Registered by ARRT as a Mammography Technologist

ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHWEST

UW Medical Center is an acute care hospital located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in six specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.

The UW Medical Center-Northwest campus offers emergency and inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical, and therapeutic care.

It is located in north Seattle on a beautiful, easy-to-access 44-acre campus that includes the neighboring Northwest Outpatient Medical Center and Specialty Care Meridian Pavilion.

Teamwork. Community. Opportunity. Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

ABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center.

UW Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow's physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored.

Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes:

Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.