Mammography Tech Trainee

Vail Health has become the world’s most advanced mountain healthcare system. Vail Health consists of an updated 520,000-square-foot, 56-bed hospital.  This state-of-the-art facility provides exceptional care to all of our patients, with the most beautiful views in the area, located centrally in Vail. Learn more about Vail Health here.

1. Knowledge of breast anatomy, pathological conditions, and safe administration of radiation.


2. Identify and review patient’s requisition for consistency of examination ordered with clinical diagnosis and all demographic information for the physician and patient.


3. Ability to learn all Mammography and stereotactic equipment, examinations, and protocols, as well as procedures that require the use of contrast agents and sterile techniques. Conduct and document quality control assuring equipment is within safe limits per MQSA and ACR guidelines.


4. Clearly communicate and educate patients prior to, during, and after breast imaging procedures to guide patients and loved ones to the next step of their breast health coordinating the continuity of care.


5. Assist with breast imaging examinations for technical accuracy, present completed examinations to the radiologist, and communicates pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of the patient following the procedure.


6. Routinely schedule breast imaging appointments and assist in coordinating breast imaging exams to ensure the quality and continuity of patient care.


7. Assist with the management of the workflow of the department to ensure the completion of work assignments and ensure the proper patient charge.


8. Promote breast health education by assisting in organizational promotional/educational events.


9. Role models the principals of a Just Culture and Organizational Values.


10. Perform other duties as assigned. Must be HIPAA compliant.

• 1 year of experience preferred. Experience in healthcare preferred.

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists: ARRT (R) required.


• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.


• Enrolled in Mammography 3D Training program within the first 30 days preferred.

• N/A

Benefits at Vail Health Include:

• Competitive Wages & Family Benefits:
  
  
  
  • Competitive wages
  
  
  • Parental leave (4 weeks paid)
  
  
  • Housing programs
  
  
  • Childcare reimbursement 
  
  
  
  


• Comprehensive Health Benefits: 
  
  
  
  • Medical
  
  
  • Dental 
  
  
  • Vision
  
  
  
  


• Educational Programs: 
  
  
  
  • Tuition Assistance 
  
  
  • Existing Student Loan Repayment
  
  
  • Specialty Certification Reimbursement
  
  
  • Annual Supplemental Educational Funds
  
  
  
  


• Paid Time Off:
  
  
  
  • Up to five weeks in your first year of employment and continues to grow each year.
  
  
  
  


• Retirement & Supplemental Insurance:
  
  
  
  • 403(b) Retirement plan with immediate matching 
  
  
  • Life insurance
  
  
  • Short and long-term disability
  
  
  
  


• Recreation Benefits, Wellness & More:
  
  
  
  • Up to $1,000 annual wellbeing reimbursement
  
  
  • Recreation discounts
  
  
  • Pet insurance