Breast Sonographer
Company: UCHealth
Location: Denver
Posted on: February 28, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Location: UCHealth - Cherry Creek Medical Center
Department: UIS Cherry Creek Mammo Work Schedule: Part Time, 40.00
hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Days Pay: $42.01 - $58.82 /
hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience We
understand that one size doesn't fit all. Whether you're looking
for a stable 40-hour week, a consistent part-time schedule, or the
ultimate flexibility of PRN/as-needed shifts, we want to hear from
you. This position is an onsite role and does not offer a hybrid or
remote option Summary: Performs breast sonography in accordance
with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the
policies, values, and mission of the organization.
Responsibilities: - Reviews patient history and physician's orders.
Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam. When
ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications
within scope of practice. Monitors patient condition continually
and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate. -
Positions patient and performs screening and diagnostic
mammography. Analyzes results and identifies issues with and
resolves quality of imaging results, including repositioning
patient and repeating procedure. Enters, transmits, and reports
scan results. - Assists physician with performing interventional
procedures including ultrasound and stereotactic guided biopsies,
fine needle aspiration and localizations. - Prepares equipment and
supplies. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging
parameters. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate
quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves,
and/or reports equipment malfunctions. Participates in ensuring
compliance with the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA)
regulations. - Within scope of job, requires critical thinking
skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal
supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and
take appropriate action. Requirements: - Graduate of an accredited
Radiologic Technologist program. - Registered as a Radiologic
Technologist (RT) and certified in Mammography (M) by the American
Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Certification in
Breast Sonography (BS) by the American Registry of Radiologic
Technologists (ARRT). State licensure if required by law. - 6
months of experience in Mammography or Breast Sonography. - BLS
through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross
CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start
date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire.
Employees are our number one asset. UCHealth promotes a culture
that invests in professional success and personal well-being
through a comprehensive total rewards program. * Recognition -
Performance bonus: UCHealth offers a 3-Year Incentive Bonus to
recognize employee contributions to our success in quality, patient
experience, organizational growth, financial goals and tenure. The
bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October
during the third year of employment. - Performance-based pay
increase: The Annual Merit Pay Increase recognizes work performance
that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards documented
through UCHealth's established evaluation process and accounts for
increased experience, skills and cost of living. - Market reviews:
All UCHealth positions are reviewed annually to ensure UCHealth
base pay aligns with market standards. Base pay rates are adjusted
as needed to stay market competitive. Health and well-being -
Medical, dental and vision coverage. - Access to 24/7 mental health
and well-being support for employees and dependents. - Discounted
gym memberships and fitness resources. - Free Care.com membership.
- Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness
insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet
insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
- Time away from work: Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical
leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence. - New
employees receive an initial PTO load with first paycheck. -
Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment
coverage with buy-up coverage options. - Employer-provided
short-term disability and long-term disability with a buy-up
coverage option. Retirement and savings - 403(b) plan with employer
matching contribution. - Additional 457(b) plan may be available. -
Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care;
health savings account available when enrolled in high-deductible
(HD) medical plan. Education and career growth - UCHealth provides
access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote
professional and personal growth. - Up to 100% of tuition, books
and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees. -
Other programs may qualify for up to $10,000/year pre-paid by
UCHealth or up to $5,250/year in the form of tuition reimbursement.
- Access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers thousands of virtual
courses and seminars, and internal professional development
opportunities. - Employees have access to free assistance
navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and
submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness.
*Eligibility for some programs is based on an employee's scheduled
work hours. We improve lives. In big ways through learning,
healing, and discovery. In small, personal ways through human
connection. But in all ways, we improve lives. UCHealth always
welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three
days and until a top applicant is identified. UCHealth recognizes
and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that
equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an
equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all
employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant
shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or
privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against
because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language,
culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual
orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any
other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law.
UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with
a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act
and will make reasonable accommodations, when the do not impose an
undue hardship on the organization. Who We Are (uchealth.org)
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