Mammography Technologist with Ultrasound Certification
University of Utah Health - Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
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As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, belonging, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA
This position functions as a dual-certified technologist in breast imaging, combining advanced expertise in mammography and breast ultrasound. The technologist performs high-quality mammography and breast ultrasound exams, assists with image-guided procedures (including stereotactic and ultrasound-guided biopsies), and delivers compassionate patient care in a fast-paced, academic medical setting. This role supports radiologists through technical excellence, effective communication, and collaborative teamwork, while maintaining compliance with all regulatory and quality standards. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and prepare medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. Overview
As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, belonging, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA
This position functions as a dual-certified technologist in breast imaging, combining advanced expertise in mammography and breast ultrasound. The technologist performs high-quality mammography and breast ultrasound exams, assists with image-guided procedures (including stereotactic and ultrasound-guided biopsies), and delivers compassionate patient care in a fast-paced, academic medical setting. This role supports radiologists through technical excellence, effective communication, and collaborative teamwork, while maintaining compliance with all regulatory and quality standards. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and prepare medications within their scope of practice and according to state law.
Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.
Responsibilities
Performs diagnostic and screening mammograms and targeted breast ultrasound exams per ACR and facility protocols. Assists radiologists in performing image-guided breast procedures, including ultrasound-guided biopsies and aspirations, stereotactic biopsies, and surgical localizations. Educates and supports patients throughout the imaging procedures to ensure comfort and understanding. Collects and accurately documents patient history and exam data in the EMR; ensures timely follow-up documentation. Maintains imaging room setup and ensures adherence to sterile technique compliance, and room cleanliness. Participates in departmental quality assurance, quality control and ACR accreditation processes. Communicates imaging results to patients after radiologist has reviewed imaging and made diagnosis, and when specifically directed by radiologist. Trains and mentors students, residents, fellows, and new technologists in breast imaging techniques and departmental protocols Monitors equipment performance and initiates prompt escalation of issues to ensure operational readiness. Supports general clinical operations including schedule coverage, inventory management, and supply maintenance. Assists in obtaining imaging and documentation required for ACR accreditation and actively contributes to quality improvement initiatives and procedural compliance. Operates both ionizing and non-ionizing imaging equipment in compliance with regulatory and safety standards.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Proficiency in mammography and breast ultrasound imaging techniques. Strong understanding of breast anatomy, pathology, and imaging protocols. Ability to perform multiple tasks efficiently in a high-volume clinical environment. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to provide compassionate patient care. Ability to maintain compliance with regulatory standards and assist in quality control. Team-oriented mindset with a commitment to teaching and clinical support. Ability to effectively communicate with patients, radiologists, mammography technologists, and referring providers.
Qualifications
Qualifications
Licenses Required
Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire. Current licensure to practice as a Radiologic Technologist in the State of Utah. Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist for Mammography, R.T. (M) (ARRT). Current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists for Breast Sonography. R.T.(S)(BS)(ARRT)
* Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.
Preferred
Qualifications (Preferred)
Three (3) years of experience in mammography. Experience with stereotactic biopsy procedures.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
This position involves intensive work that may exert up to 100 pounds and may consistently involves moving objects, such as medical equipment, or patients while providing medical care. This position requires carrying, climbing, color determination, far vision, lifting, listening, manual dexterity, near vision, pulling, pushing, reaching, sitting, speaking, standing, and walking.
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