SOVAH Health – DanvilleWho We Are:People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are, not just what you can do. SOVAH Health - Danville is a 250-bed hospital with the region's only designated Chest Pain Center and Certified Advanced Primary Stroke Center. We are an academic teaching site for residents, medical students, nurses, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, and physician assistants.Where We Are: From our beautiful rolling countryside to our thriving downtown, Danville offers big city amenities with quaint, small-town charm. We are home to a thriving art and entertainment scene, numerous local restaurants and shops, diverse educational institutions, and vast recreational opportunities.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· Professional development, Growth Opportunities, and Mentor-based training· And much more… Position Summary: Sovah Danville is seeking a PRN RT Mammography Tech to perform mammography procedures in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.
Review patient history and physician's orders.
Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment, and exams to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within the 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.
Select 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 accreditations.
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 patients and repeating procedures.
Enters, transmits, and reports scan results.
Keeps current with BiRad and follow-ups on all patients.
DraMinimum Education:
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Graduate of a Program in Radiologic Technology required.
DragRequired 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.
DragRequired Certifications/Licenses:
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) required.
Licensed by the VA Department of Health as a Radiologic Technologist required.
DragDragMinimum Work Experience:
Three (3) years of clinical experience required.
EEOC Statement:SOVAH Health - Danville is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.Job: Radiology/Imaging Services Organization: Danville Diagnostic Imaging Center Title: RT Mammography Location: Virginia-Danville Requisition ID: 7455-13206