Mammographer and Breast Sonographer at SSMH

It's more than a career, it's a calling.

OK-SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital Midwest

Worker Type:

Regular

Job Summary:

Provides mammography imaging services and stereo procedures and/or mammography imaging services and bone density (BD registry required if not completing stereo procedures). Performs diagnostic procedures on patients using ultrasound waves to examine tissue and body structure, providing quality images for interpretation.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Must work at least 30% of FTE in secondary modality to be eligible for a Multiple Modality job.
Positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately.
Implements radiation protection and safety standards.
Prepares, performs and assists the physician in special and advanced procedures.
Prepares and administers contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
Helps position patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately.
Ensures all activities comply with regulatory agency standards.
Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).
Assists in maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area and any other areas in department.
Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

Associate's degree or completion of a sonography certification program

EXPERIENCE

No experience required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Constant standing and walking.
Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more).
Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
Frequent lifting/moving of patients.
Frequent reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry.
Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
Occasional use of vision to identify and distinguish colors.
Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
Rare kneeling and sitting.

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS 

State of Work Location: Illinois

Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
And
- Radiologic Technologists - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)
- Or
- Radiologic Technologists – Temporary Accreditation - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)
And
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) with Abdomen (AB) Specialty - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
- Or
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) with Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) Specialty - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
- Or
- Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
- Or
- Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
- And
  - ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
  - And
  - ARRT-M Mammography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Or
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) with Abdomen (AB) Specialty - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
- Or
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) with Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) Specialty - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
- Or
- Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
- Or
- Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
- And
  - ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
  - And
  - ARRT-M Mammography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
  - And
  - ARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Or
- ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- And
- ARRT-M Mammography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- And
- ARRT-BS Breast Sonography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Or
- ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- And
- ARRT-M Mammography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- And
- ARRT-BS Breast Sonography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- And
- ARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

State of Work Location: Missouri and Oklahoma

Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
And
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) with Abdomen (AB) Specialty - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
- Or
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) with Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) Specialty - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
- Or
- Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
- Or
- Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
- And
  - ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
  - And
  - ARRT-M Mammography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Or
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) with Abdomen (AB) Specialty - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
- Or
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) with Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) Specialty - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
- Or
- Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
- Or
- Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
- And
  - ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
  - And
  - ARRT-M Mammography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
  - And
  - ARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Or
- ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- And
- ARRT-M Mammography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- And
- ARRT-BS Breast Sonography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Or
- ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- And
- ARRT-M Mammography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- And
- ARRT-BS Breast Sonography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- And
- ARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

State of Work Location: Wisconsin

Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
And
Radiographer, Licensed - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
And
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) with Abdomen (AB) Specialty - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
- Or
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) with Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) Specialty - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
- Or
- Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
- Or
- Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
- And
  - ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
  - And
  - ARRT-M Mammography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Or
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) with Abdomen (AB) Specialty - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
- Or
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) with Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) Specialty - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
- Or
- Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
- Or
- Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
- And
  - ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
  - And
  - ARRT-M Mammography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
  - And
  - ARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Or
- ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- And
- ARRT-M Mammography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- And
- ARRT-BS Breast Sonography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Or
- ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- And
- ARRT-M Mammography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- And
- ARRT-BS Breast Sonography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- And
- ARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Job Type:

Employee

Department:

4207000087 BREAST DIAGNOSTIC UNIT 6158

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Benefits:

SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.

Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

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