Mammography Technologist
Adventist Medical Center
Portland, OR
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Mammography Technologist, PT Days

In a bustling cosmopolitan area surrounded by nature, Adventist Health Portland has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since the 1800s. In partnership with OHSU, we are comprised of a 302-bed hospital, 11 medical offices, home care services, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout East Portland and the surrounding areas. There are many outdoor adventures readily available, including carving the snow at North America's only year-round ski resort, hiking along the Columbia River Gorge or taking a day trip to the unmatched beauty of the Oregon coast. Job Summary: Performs specialized examinations of the breast to help in the diagnosis and treatment of breast disease. Performs all required procedures in the department while operating specialized equipment. Acts as a competent clinician who provides clinical care in a skilled and effective manner, utilizing appropriate technical and decision-making skills. Job Requirements: Education and Work Experience: * Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology: Required * Experience as a Mammography Technologist: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: * Oregon Board of Medical Imaging (OBMI) Radiologic Technologist License: Required in OR * American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Radiography (ARRT-R): Required * American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Mammography (ARRT-M): Required in OR * Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required Essential Functions: * Completes patient education regarding the exam while promoting privacy and comfort for the patient. Follows infection control and safety guidelines. * Performs diagnostic or screening mammogram as ordered. Prepares for and assists the Radiologist in the completion of intricate mammography examinations, including breast biopsies. Produces high quality films for the radiologist to evaluate and completes appropriate documentation. * Obtains pertinent patient information and disseminates subsequent patient preparation instructions to patient care areas. * Elevates questions, problems and significant challenges to more senior staff for direction or subject matter expertise. * Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Organizational Requirements: Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA, HI and OR) etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.