Imaging Specialist II Mammographer

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Day - 10 Hour (United States of America)

This is a Stanford Health Care - University Healthcare Alliance job. A Brief Overview
Under general supervision performs diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis of disease and injuries. This includes operating conventional equipment and advanced imaging software in order to obtain imaging of designated body areas. May perform or assist physicians in carrying out more complex examinations by mixing, preparing and administration of contrast media and assisting in sterile procedures.

Distinguished Characteristics:
(Assignment to job level is based on imaging specialties performed by technologists and years of experience. )

Imaging Specialist II
• Radiologic Technologist (w/Fluoroscopy or obtained within 1 year of hire)
• Nuclear Medicine Technologist
• CT Technologist
• Mammographer
• MRI Technologist
• Sonographer (Multiple Registry)

Locations
Stanford Health Care - University Healthcare Alliance

What you will do

• Patient Care
  a. Performs specialized and routine diagnostic procedures.
  b. Exhibiting a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
  c. Prepares and positions patient for diagnostic imaging procedures.
  d. Adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician.
  e. Determines imaging acquisition factors based on height, weight, portion of body involved, and patients' ability to cooperate.
  f. Moves imaging equipment into specified position.
  g. Adjusts equipment controls to set optimal factors for producing images of proper detail, density, and accuracy.
  h. Practices radiation protection, universal precautions, and proper sterilization techniques.
• Imaging Supervisor Support
  a. Performs routine maintenance, diagnoses malfunctions, and makes minor repairs on diagnostic equipment, arranging for repairs as needed.
  b. Prepares images for reading by radiologist or requesting physician.
  Processes images and reviews for proper identification and quality control.
  c. Assists radiologists and other qualified physicians with diagnostic examinations.
  d. Completes forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed.
• All other duties as assigned including department-specific functions and responsibilities (1, 2):
  a. Performs other duties as assigned and participates in organization projects as assigned.
  b. Adheres to safety, P4P's (if applicable), HIPAA and compliance policies.

• High School Diploma/GED

• 2 years of experience or more, with at least 1 year of Certification in Specialty
• CRT State license when required and/or certification in recognized registry of Specialty.
  Acceptable Specialty Certifications: ARRT (CT) (BS) (MR) (M) (N) (S) (VS) (BD), ARMRIT, ARDMS

• Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.
• Must have superior patient care and communication skills to interact appropriately with patient and confirm patient identity and exam order is correct.
• Ability to effectively present information to individuals and groups with varying knowledge of Imaging services.
• Ability to perform all general diagnostic and routine duties on patients of all ages as determined by the employer.
• Organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Must possess adequate computer skills to navigate in electronic medical records system, digital systems and peripheral equipment.
• Ability to work with others in a flexible, cooperative and collaborative manner.
• Requires concentration to handle varying procedures and interruptions

• BLS - Basic Life Support
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
• CRT

• Occasional Sitting.
• Constant Walking.
• Constant Standing.
• Constant Bending.
• Frequent Squatting.
• Occasional Climbing.
• Occasional Kneeling.
• Seldom Crawling.
• Constant Hand Use.
• Frequent Repetitive Motion Hand Use.
• Frequent Grasping.
• Occasional Fine Manipulation.
• Frequent Pushing and Pulling.
• Occasional Reaching (above shoulder level).
• Frequent Twisting and Turning (Neck and Waist).
• Constant Vision (Color, Peripheral, Distance, Focus).

• Frequent lifting of 0 - 10 lbs.
• Occasional lifting of 11 - 20 lbs.
• Occasional lifting of 21 - 30 lbs.
• Occasional lifting of 31 - 40 lbs.
• Seldom lifting of 40+ lbs.

• Frequent lifting of 0 - 10 lbs.
• Occasional lifting of 11 - 20 lbs.
• Occasional lifting of 21 - 30 lbs.
• Occasional lifting of 31 - 40 lbs.
• Seldom lifting of 40+ lbs.

• Seldom Driving cars, trucks, forklifts and other equipment.
• Constant Working around equipment and machinery.
• Seldom Walking on uneven ground.
• Seldom Exposure to excessive noise.
• Seldom Exposure to extremes in temperature, humidity or wetness.
• Seldom Exposure to dust, gas, fumes or chemicals.
• Seldom Working at heights.
• Frequent Operation of foot controls or repetitive foot movement.
• Seldom Use of special visual or auditory protective equipment.
• Frequent Use of respirator.
• Constant Working with biohazards such as blood borne pathogens, hospital waste, etc.

• Category I - Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues

• 20% travel:

• Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care
• Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health
• Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination