Mammography Tech X-Ray Float Imaging

Northwest Specialty Hospital is seeking a team-oriented Mammography / X-Ray Technologist to join our Imaging Team!

The Mammography Technologist functions as a healthcare provider who serves as a medical imaging professional who provides clinically relevant information to assist the physician with the diagnosis and treatment of patients. The Mammography Technologists activities are performed consistent with their education and training and in accordance with facility policies and procedures and applicable professional standards. This position will maintain patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with privacy laws (e.g. HIPAA) and facility policies and procedures; adhere to accepted professional and ethical standards; provide patient services consistent with the Scope of Practice and Clinical Standards for Mammography technology. The Mammography Technologist will need to project a professional demeanor and appearance while maintaining the confidentiality of the Hospital and employees as appropriate.

You would perform radiologic imaging procedures on appropriate anatomical regions in accordance with accepted standards of practice and protocols. Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures rules and regulations. Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of treatment; answering questions. Minimizes radiation to patient and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques using beam restrictive devices patient shielding and knowledge of exposure factors. Maintains production and quality of radiographic images by following established standards and procedures. Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records. Cooperates with facility healthcare personnel and complies with facility policies and procedures.

Qualifications and Preferred Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to relate and work effectively with others.
• Demonstrated skills in verbal and written English communications for safe and effective patient care and to meet documentation standards.
• Is aware of standards and performs in accordance with them.
• Demonstrated proficiency with computer skills and software programs for documentation activities and report generation.
• Demonstrated competence in the specialty area(s) to be performed including mammography certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• AHA BLS Certification.

About Northwest Specialty Hospital:

Northwest Specialty Hospital is widely known for being a center of excellence and is proudly owned and operated by local physicians. The physicians have invested personally professionally and financially in the care of the patients and the staff. They have dedicated their lives to creating a hospital that allows them to practice on their own terms and do whats best for patients. Northwest Specialty Hospital includes 10 operating rooms and 30 inpatient beds along with a variety of clinics and services throughout Kootenai County that span across multiple specialties.

Northwest Specialty Hospital has earned numerous awards for patient care surgical skill medical care and employee satisfaction. Northwest Specialty Hospital has been recognized as one of theBest Places to Work in the InlandNorthwest for seven consecutive years!! Companies throughout Washington and Idaho were selected based on employee feedback about benefits work environment job satisfactionand other factors. We continue to receive this distinguished honor based on our great company culture patient focused approach and robust benefits package!

Some of our amazing perks and benefits offered to employees are:

• Company-sponsored events such as Silverwood Days sporting events BBQs and holiday parties
• Comprehensive health care coverage for Medical Dental & Vision Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Growth opportunities ongoing education training leadership courses
• A generous 401K retirement plan
• A variety of discounts throughout the hospital and community are available to employees
• Wellness benefits offered to staff such as: weight loss challenge access to a dietitian and discount gym memberships
• Culture that promotes and supports work/life balance

**Northwest Specialty Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability or protected Veteran status.**