Mammography Technologist

Job Description

Schedule Information:

• Full‑time
• Day Shift

Responsibilities:

• Participates in patient tracking and follow‑up processes, assisting with recalls, additional imaging coordination, and biopsy scheduling as required by departmental workflows.
• Supports breast center initiatives, such as accreditation preparation, community screening events, or quality improvement activities.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR) and PACS systems.
• Performs high-quality examinations in accordance with provider orders and departmental protocols, ensuring optimal image quality for accurate diagnosis.
• Positions patients and operates mammography equipment to obtain optimal images, adjusting technical factors and compression as needed.
• Ensures patient identification, safety, and comfort, explaining procedures clearly and addressing questions or concerns with professionalism and compassion.
• Collaborates with radiologists and breast imaging team to ensure accurate imaging and timely communication of results or next steps.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Mammography and Diagnostic Radiological Procedures/Positions (Required)
• Ability to communicate effectively and work with people of various diverse backgrounds (Required)
• Ability to complete Mammography exams in a timely manner even under stressful condition (Required)
• Knowledge of PACS and associated equipment (Preferred)
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office (Required)
• Ability to make judgments that must be made on a regular basis regarding exam protocols and imaging techniques, based upon patient condition and provisional diagnosis (Required)
• Must maintain all required registries and licenses to perform imaging procedures (Required)
• Ability to follow Basic Radiation Safety concepts of time, distance, and shielding to keep exposure levels ALARA for patients and staff (Required)
• Performance of 2D and 3D mammography exams (Required)

Education:

• High School Grad or Equivalent (Required)
• Associate (Preferred)

Work Experience:

• 1+ year of experience (Required)

Licenses and Certifications:

• Registered Mammographer RT(M)(ARRT) (Required)
• Registered Radiology Technologist RT(R)(ARRT) (Required)

Physical Requirements:

Physical Requirements -

Pay Range: $26.08 - $48.50

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti‑discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.