Mammography Technologist

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institutedesignated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation HIV/AIDS prevention immunotherapy and COVID19 vaccines Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the worlds leading cancer infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology infusion radiation proton therapy and related services and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the worlds deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration compassion determination excellence innovation integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity dignity and inherent value of each employee patient community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.

The Mammography Technologist performs mammographic procedures across all clinical sites including the mobile mammography van according to department procedure manual utilizing correct anatomic positioning selects correct technical factors that consistently produce high quality mammogram images while considering patient variation and minimizing radiation.

This is a .7 FTE role that will work a variable schedule Monday Saturday from 8:00 4:30 and alternate between 2 to 3 days per week.

Information Processing & Image Review

• Manages electronic data processes information (subtraction or other digital manipulation) for interpretation reviews exam for proper positioning technique identification and records required information
• Transfer images to PACS and verifies the action. Reviews the case patient medical history protocol and prior images using clinical judgement to ensure a successful outcome

Instruction

• Instructs radiology students and/or new staff according to clinical and department requirements; assists in the orientation of department and hospital personnel with emphasis on radiation safety

Maintenance & Safety Checks

• Performs visual maintenance and quality controls checks records and reports results to appropriate personnel identifies problems and communicates them to immediate supervisor takes appropriate corrective action when necessary and offers solutions as appropriate

Maintenance of Supplies

• Responsible for ensuring an adequate inventory of supplies linens and accessories

Exam Scheduling

• Coordinates and schedules examinations

Required:

• Degree or program that provides you the eligibility to attain certification or licensure

• Washington State Radiologic Technologist Certification

• Completed 8 hours of training in using a mammographic modality (e.g. digital) before beginning to use that modality independently

• Meets one of the following:

  A. If Qualified BEFORE April 281999 must be certified by:

  American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

  OR American Registry of Clinical Radiologic Technologists

  OR Licensed to perform general radiographic procedures in a state AND 40 hours of training in mammography

  B. If Qualified AFTER April 281999 must be certified by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) American Registry of Clinical Radiologic Technologists or Licensed to perform general radiographic procedures in a state. Additionally completed 40 hours of training in mammography including training in breast anatomy and physiology positioning and compression QA/QC techniques and imaging of patients with breast implants and completed 25 mammography examinations under direct supervision of an appropriate MQSAqualified individual

  C. If not registered will become registered at first eligibility

• Current BLS AHA Health Provider Card (or equivalent course such as by the American Red Cross) and renewal required every two years.

• Ability to communicate verbally in person on the phone and in writing in a clear concise and professional manner
• Ability to work independently organize and prioritize concurrent responsibilities and demands
• Ability to assess patients conditions and request assistance when necessary
• Ability to assist in the movement of patient to and from wheelchairs carts and radiographic tables.

Preferred:

• One year of mammography technologist experience preferred
• Proficient in email and word processing systems
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records

The hourly pay range for this position is from $46.90 to $74.11 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.

This is a .7 FTE role that will work a variable schedule Monday Saturday from 8:00 4:30 and alternate between 2 to 3 days per week.

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health wellbeing and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision dental flexible spending accounts life disability retirement family life support employee assistance program onsite health clinic tuition reimbursement paid vacation (1222 days per year) paid sick leave (1225 days per year) paid holidays (13 days per year) paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 6 months).Paid time off is prorated for parttime positions.