UnityPoint Health·Grundy Center, Iowa
Perform high-quality diagnostic radiology and mammography procedures while ensuring patient safety and comfort. Serve as a Breast Care Navigator by guiding patients through diagnosis, education, and care coordination.
Overview Breast Care Navigator/Radiology Technologist Grundy County Memorial HospitalDepartment: Imaging / Breast Care ServicesSchedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 11:30 AM–8:00 PMSign-On Bonus: $7,500 Join our Imaging Services team as a Breast Care Navigator / Radiologic Technologist, where you’ll play a meaningful role in both diagnostic imaging and patient-centered care.
In this position, you’ll perform high-quality radiologic and mammography procedures while also serving as a compassionate guide for patients throughout their breast health journey—from screening and diagnosis through follow-up care.
This role blends strong technical imaging expertise with care coordination, education, and advocacy.
You’ll work closely with radiologists, providers, and support staff to ensure patients receive timely, accurate imaging and the support they need during critical moments in their care.
Why UnityPoint Health?
At UnityPoint Health, you matter.
We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.
Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.
Here are just a few: Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more.
We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.
With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.
And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.
Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.
Perform high-quality diagnostic radiology and mammography imaging procedures while ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout the exam process. Prepare imaging equipment, position patients appropriately, and obtain accurate diagnostic images according to physician orders and department protocols. Follow radiation safety standards and ALARA principles to minimize exposure while maintaining image quality. Accurately document exams, imaging results, and patient information within radiology systems, including RIS, PACS, and mammography reporting platforms. Serve as a patient advocate by guiding patients through breast imaging, biopsy follow-up, diagnosis, and ongoing care coordination. Provide education, emotional support, and resources to patients and families, helping connect them with clinical, financial, and community support services as needed. Coordinate and schedule follow-up imaging, procedures, and supportive appointments to ensure continuity of care. Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot imaging equipment, reporting malfunctions and supporting quality control and calibration activities. Collaborate effectively with radiologists, referring providers, and interdisciplinary team members to support timely diagnosis and exceptional patient care. Respond calmly and efficiently to patient needs, urgent situations, and workflow demands while maintaining quality and service standards.
Education: High school diploma or GED required Associate Degree in a Radiologic Technology preferred. Certificate from an Education Program Accredited by the JRCERT required.
Requires a high school diploma and at least two years of mammography experience. Must hold current ARRT certifications in Radiologic Technology and Mammography, as well as an Iowa Permit to Practice in Radiology.
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