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This position functions as a specialist in various areas of breast imaging. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer 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 various breast imaging procedures with the use of ionizing and non-ionizing equipment, and may perform or assist in performing Ultrasound guided or Stereotactic breast biopsies.Complies with ACR imaging guidelines to produce optimum radiographs.Educates patients regarding their procedure and maintains a safe, comfortable, supportive environment for the patient throughout the exam.Communicates educational information to patients about breast cancer risks and breast imaging information.Participates in and is responsible for designated aspects of departmental and procedural quality improvement.Collects and documents patient information accurately and in a timely manner, and assists in patient follow-up.Trains new and student mammography technologists to expected performance levels in breast Imaging techniques and quality improvement.Identifies and assists in rectifying equipment problems.Inventories supplies.Knowledge / Skills / AbilitiesAbility to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.Ability to perform multiple tasks in a demanding environment.Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.Demonstrated effective communication skills.Ability to maintain compliance with all regulatory agencies over breast imaging services, including assisting with quality control and strict documentation on equipment and services and effectively communicating with patients regarding their procedure and concerns, establishing an understanding, and safely completing a quality exam. Qualifications QualificationsLicenses RequiredCurrent 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).* Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.
Qualifications (Preferred) PreferredStereotactic breast biopsy experience.Three (3) years of experience in breast imaging.Working Conditions and Physical DemandsEmployee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
This position involves intermediate working conditions in a healthcare setting that may exert up to 50 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving patients or objects, such as medical equipment, while providing patient care. Physical Requirements Pulling and/or Pushing, Sitting, Standing, Walking Options Apply for this job onlineApplyShareRefer this job to a friendRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed
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University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.
Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
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The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
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