Mammo Technologist

Overview

$25,000 Sign On Bonus and Student Loan Payback Up To $24,000 for Eligible Hires

Saint Joseph East is a 217-bed full-service community hospital located in the rapidly growing southeastern section of Lexington Kentucky. We provide care for patients in Fayette and surrounding counties. At Saint Joseph East ambulatory surgery 24-hour emergency care and women's health services are supported through a vast array of inpatient and outpatient program. Additional specialty services include Heart Care Breast Care Sleep Care and Weight Loss Surgery. CHI Saint Joseph Health supports 5000 active employees 8 hospitals specialty clinics and a Medical Group with more than 200 locations across Central and Eastern KY. CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health in 2019. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

Responsibilities

Job Summary / Purpose

Performs a variety of routine mammography related procedures by operating X-ray equipment to make digital imaging of designated areas. Assist the Radiologists with guidance on needle procedures. Obtains patient history, explains routine procedures and addresses patient concerns. Responsible for maintaining patient record and files. Responsible for cleaning and any QC items during shift.

Essential Key Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.

• Performs procedures to ensure quality patient care in accordance with Radiologist's expectations and protocols.

• Displays knowledge and complies with the National Patient Safety goals.

• Supports and reports any identified compliance matters.

• Participates in hospital and department quality assurance programs to ensure safety and satisfaction.

• Maintains professional development and education for technical competency.

• Uses standard precautions, PPE, at all times.

• Maintains regulatory compliance and licensure for current position.

• Attends all CHI Saint Joseph Health required educational programs as well as all Learn modules.

• Contributes to the efficient operation and monitoring of the department and utilizes our resources efficiently.

• Demonstrates complete working knowledge of equipment within assigned area.

• Knowledge and performance of the Code of Conduct Standards.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education (for CHI Leadership Job Levels from Supervisor through President)

Does Not Apply

Required Education for Staff Job Levels

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology

Required Licensure and Certifications

Possess and maintain certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (AART)

Possess and maintain certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Mammography (M) within 1 year of employment

State of Kentucky License is required

BLS certification

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

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PREFERRED Qualifications

Preferred experience in Mammography preferred but not essential for all positions

Pay Range

$26.38 - $38.26 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.