Mammographer

Join our exceptional breast imaging team at OHSU where innovation teamwork and excellence converges. We have six skilled technologists and growing stateoftheart equipment and we are committed to delivering toptier diagnostic imaging and patient care. We are committed to providing comprehensive onthejob training to enhance yourmammography skills. Whether you are a recent graduate or changing careers we welcome you to join our team. Our handson training covers mammography exams and procedures ensuring you gain the experience and confidence needed to excel. Youll be part of a collaborative team dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment.

Our expert team is equipped to handle complex cases providing the highest standard of care. At OHSU youll work with cuttingedge tools and a collaborative team dedicated to shaping the future of imaging.

As a mammographic technologist you will perform imaging procedures according to physicians orders utilizing knowledge and judgment regarding exposure factors imaging technique and patient treatment. You are proficient in the field of mammography and general radiology and will be responsible for providing the following duties listed below.

IMAGING:

Provides quality images with accuracy and efficiency using optimal skills and knowledge of all equipment.

• Positions patient for diagnostic imaging according to department procedures training and machine requirements.
• Operates imaging equipment determines and sets exposure factors sets technique utilizing all relevant factors to ensure accurate and quality images with minimal and acceptable repeat rates.
• Uses computer image processing to select and optimize images.
• Presents exams and related patient information to radiologist for diagnosis.
• Assists with patient transport by moving patients using standard procedures.
• Expected to perform the complete range of departmental mammographic exams from Screening to Stereotactic Biopsies.

DOCUMENTATION:

Gathers complete documentation of all pertinent information to provide accurate and timely service to customers.

• Correctly identifies patient by checking patients I.D. full name and DOB according to department procedure.
• Reviews patient questionnaire and orders to insure correct examination.
• Labels images completely with demographic position and other needed documentation.
• Logs activities gathers charging information and charges exams as required.
• Competently performs quality control and quality assurance records results and reports variance from normal equipment function to meet MQSA standards.

• Graduate of accredited 2year Radiologic Technology school or program in addition to required prerequisite training.
• A minimum of six consecutive months of breast imaging experience within the last year in Mammography required. Experience in performing breast imaging examinations including breast screening diagnostic examinations ductograms breast needle localizations specimen radiographs stereotactic (core and localization) and other related studies.
• Must have good judgment decision making and communication skills.
• Registered Radiological Technologist A.R.R.T. (R) is required with current Oregon licensure.
  • Must meet MQSA requirements for mammographers.
• Registration in ARRT (M) Mammography within six months from date of hire.
• Must have current approved BLS card from the American Heart Association
• Current Oregon Board of Medical Imaging license.

• Compliance with Code of Conduct Respect in the workplace and Applicable policies procedures and agreements related to position department or OHSU as a whole

• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation

• Experience in Digital Mammography

Pay Range: $41.09 $56.44 per hour

As a union represented employee (AFSCME) you will receive competitive benefits listed below:

• Hiring bonus available upon hire
• Medical dental and vision coverage at low or no cost to employees (covered 100 for
• fulltime employees and 88 for dependents)
• Several retirement plans to choose from Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan and
• University Pension Plan voluntary savings plans 403b 401a and 457b)
• Up to 200 hours (equal to 25 full days) a year of paid time off
• 10 paid holidays plus an additional wellness day per year overtime can be converted to comp time to increase paid time off
• 96 hours of sick leave a year (prorated by FTE status)
• Additional Need Incentive (ANI) at $25/hr
• Commuter subsidies
• Tuition reimbursement plus growth development opportunities
• Access to group life insurance disability insurance and other supplemental benefits
• Annual Raises
• Employee discounts to local and major businesses
• Childcare service discounts

• Benefited position with overtime as needed. This position works in a busy environment with frequent interruptions multiple demands and continuous interaction with patients and other medical professionals. It requires being exposed to radiation chemical solutions and human tissue/fluids.
• Ability to speak clearly demonstrate patience and understanding of patients needs. Must be able to deal with competing needs and priorities of patients and internal customers. Use of person computers copiers phones and fax machine. Must have ability to stand lift and move patients.