Clinic Mammo Technologist

Welcome to Mark Twain Medical Center, nestled in the breathtaking Sierra foothills, the heart of a vibrant and welcoming community!

Founded in 1951, we're more than just a 25-bed critical access hospital; we're a lifeline. As the only hospital in the county, we're committed to providing exceptional, comprehensive care to our surrounding communities. From the moment you step through our doors, you'll feel the warmth and dedication that defines our culture.

• A Broad Spectrum of Care: We offer a full range of inpatient acute care, outpatient services, and 24/7 emergency services, ensuring our community has access to the medical attention they need, when they need it most.
• Specialty Care Centers & Community Medical Centers: We extend our reach beyond the main hospital, bringing specialized expertise and convenient access to care directly to our community through our hospital and network of Specialty Care Centers.
• Collaborative Medical Staff: Our diverse and highly skilled medical staff represents a broad range of specialties, fostering a collaborative environment where knowledge is shared and innovation thrives. You'll be surrounded by experienced professionals dedicated to providing the highest quality medical care.
• A Life Beyond the Hospital: Imagine spending your weekends exploring the stunning natural beauty of the Sierra foothills, enjoying the peace and tranquility of a close-knit community, and raising a family in an area known for its great schools. At Mark Twain Medical Center, you'll find the perfect balance between a fulfilling career and a rewarding personal life.

One Community. One Mission. One California 

Under the supervision of the Diagnostic Imaging Medical Director, the Director of Diagnostic Imaging, the incumbent performs consistently optimum quality diagnostic mammographic exams. The incumbent processes images, documents service performed, makes adjustments and minor repairs on equipment. This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of the Organization. It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values.

• The incumbent uses independent judgment operates and is accountable for sophisticated, expensive, computerized radiographic equipment to produce quality exams within the department productivity standards and in a manner consistent with a safe and professional environment for all patients and staff.
• The incumbent performs patient care duties associated with radiology and mammography when necessary and maintains procedural statistical documentation on all cases.
• The incumbent ensures effective communication and documentation
• The incumbent provides support, assistance and works with the radiologists and other medical staff in an advisory capacity.
• The incumbent assures adherence to standards set forth by MQSA.

REQUIRED:

• Graduation from an AMA certified school of radiology technology
• Minimum experience required if graduated from program with dual certification in RadiologicTechnology and Mammography
• Current California state license in radiologic technology
• ARRT Certified
• Current Mammography license
• Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through American Heart Association
• Thorough understanding of basic anatomy, fluoroscopic and radiographic procedures
• Must be well-versed in radiographic/mammographic positioning, proper equipment usage and radiation safety
• Must be knowledgeable of technical factors. Responsible for assessment, treatment and care of patients of all ages
• Understanding of current MQSA responsibilities of documentation and quality control.

PREFERRED:

• Experience with a variety of imaging equipment: pacs, Film Digitizers Densitometry for QC, PC's with windows, experience with General Electric equipment preferred