• Mammography Tech

    UnityPoint Health (Des Moines, IA)


    + Area of Interest: Medical Imaging and Radiology - Non-Nursing

    + FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.7

    + Department: Mammography- Luth

    + Shift: Rotating M/T/W and M/Th/F 7:30am-5:30pm

    + Job ID: 170949

     

    Overview

     

    Shift: Part-time Rotating M/T/W and M/Th/F 7:30am-5:30pm

     

    To provide high quality Mammography Breast imaging, at a technical level, which does not require constant direct supervision. To assist the Radiologist in the performance of advanced procedures. By remembering and putting into practice the FOCUS Values of UnityPoint Health – Des Moines, and to meet the goals of our customers.

     

    Why UnityPoint Health?

     

    At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

     

    Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.   Here are just a few:

     

    + Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program .

    + Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

    + Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family .

     

    With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

     

    And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

     

    Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

    Responsibilities

    • Serves as a liaison between the Radiology Department, students, hospital staff and physicians.

    • Produces screening and diagnostic mammograms in conformance with established departmental techniques.

    • Assist the Radiologist with invasive procedures Assists in the educational training of the Student Radiologic Technologists.

    • Assists with quality assurance processes.

    • Balances team and individual responsibilities, objective and open to other’s views, gives and welcomes feedback, contributes to positive team goals, puts success of team above own interest.

    • Demonstrates initiative to improve quality and customer service by striving to exceed customer expectations.

    • UnityPoint Health’s system-wide, common values – FOCUS, shall be used to guide professional behaviors and expectations for service.

    Qualifications

    Education: Graduation from an AMA approved School of Radiology Technology

     

    Experience: Either pass the ARRT Mammography Certification Board or take the 40-hour practical education program.

     

    License(s)/Certification(s): Maintain ARRT CEU requirements. Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtain certification within three (3) months from date of hire.

     

    Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English. Multicultural sensitivity. Critical thinking skills using independent judgment in making decisions.