UP Health System – Marquette

Mammographer PRN 8, .0F

Who We Are: People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. UPHS – Marquette is a 222 bed hospital and houses the region’s only Level II Trauma Center and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). We also provide outreach with programs like annual health and safety fairs, health screenings for the entire family and more to keep our community healthy!

Where We Are: In Marquette our fascinating history, rural landscape, abundant recreational opportunities, and welcoming people make the Upper Peninsula someplace special. From a thriving culinary scene to charming shops to historic lighthouses and museums, there is something for everyone in this beautiful lakeside gem.

Why Choose Us: Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants Opportunities for education and training through partnership with Duke LifePoint Healthcare And much more…

Position Summary:

Performs mammography procedures in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.

Reports to: Supervisor

FLSA: Non-exempt

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Reviews patient history and physician's orders. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.

When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.

Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate. May assist physician with performing interventional procedures including fine needle aspiration and needle localization.

Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.

Participates in ensuring compliance with the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) regulations and applicable accrediations.

Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s), biopsies, stereotactic and special procedures. Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results. Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure.

Enters, transmits, and reports scan results.

Keeps current with BiRad and follow-ups on all patients.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Education X Graduated JRC/ERT approved school of Radiologic Technology □ Preferred X Required

Minimum Education X Associate’s degree X Preferred □ Required

Required Skills Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Required Skills Certifications: X Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (BLS-HCP) □ Preferred X Required X ARRT registry □ Preferred X Required

Minimum Work Experience X 2 years as Registered Radiographer X Preferred □ Required

Job: *Radiology/Imaging Services

Organization: **

Title: Mammographer PRN 8

Location: Michigan-Marquette

Requisition ID: 7467-9928