MAMMOGRAPHY TECHNOLOGIST (PER DIEM, DAYS)

MAMMOGRAPHY TECHNOLOGIST (PER DIEM, DAYS)

University of Washington Medical Center Northwest Radiology - BREAST IMAGING CLINIC has an outstanding opportunity for a MAMMOGRAPHY TECHNOLOGIST

WORK SCHEDULE

• Per Diem
• Day Shift

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

Under general direction of the supervisor, the Mammography Technologist performs Screening and Diagnostic Mammography accurately, independently and efficiently.

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

• Independently performs assigned exams and procedures in accordance with established protocols and standards.
• Produces technically acceptable radiographs in accordance with departmental procedures. Selects proper technical factors.

Reviews and evaluates digital images for technical quality.

• Provides Radiologists with the requested information for each exam; assists Radiologists with problem-solving.
• Performs quality assurance checks on equipment and processes per department policies.
• Investigates and informs supervisor of any quality issues or problems.
• Assists supervisor to establish, update, and monitor protocols.

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.

• Certified by the State of Washington as a Radiologic Technologist.
• 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 ( 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.

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity.

Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.