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Northfield Hospital & Clinics
Mammography Technologist
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What they do
A Radiologic Technician or Technologist operates X Ray, MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) or CT (Computed Tomography) scan equipment to take diagnostic images of a patient. Works with doctors to obtain specific images necessary for medical diagnosis.
$53,304 / year median in Minnesota
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Job Title Mammography Technologist Job Summary Successfully meets the needs of patients and families by delivering excellent patient care, performing a variety of mammography procedures and bone density scans in a compassionate and safe manner. Maintains compliance with the Mammography Quality Standards Act and all Federal, State and Regional regulations. Performs exams, and prepares and maintains records and files in accordance with ACR and MQSA established practices and procedures. Compensation We are committed to providing wage ranges for all open positions. Please note that the specific compensation for this role will be determined based on experience, education and internal equity considerations. The hourly wage range for this position is $39.48-$55.73. This range reflects the base wage for this position. A starting wage floor of $43.19 per hour is currently in effect for this position. This rate reflects our current compensation practices and may be adjusted in the future in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws. Key Accountabilities Deliver excellent patient care by demonstrating compassion, thoroughly explaining procedures to patients, providing patient comfort, answering patient questions and completing exams in a timely manner Prepare patient for Imaging exams by reviewing provider orders and notes, confirming correct exam to be performed, accurately assessing patient's needs, positioning patient appropriately for exam and providing patient education. Perform quality exams by operating applicable Imaging equipment competently including data acquisition, image manipulation and reconstruction, and quality control measures to ensure optimal quality diagnostic images and monitoring patient throughout the exam. Maintain accurate patient records by completing correct and timely entries in all electronic health systems (i.e.