Mammography Technologist

Mammography Technologist

The Mammography Technologist operates radiologic equipment and performs mammography procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis of disease. The mammography tech is responsible for detecting breast tissue abnormalities by completing mammographic imaging studies; presenting them for diagnosis.

Essential Functions:

• Perform/produce quality radiography and mammography exams in a safe and proper manner with all patients
• Takes general x-rays following established radiologic requirements and regulations to ensure patient care and safety
• Scans all necessary documents into the appropriate database for interpretation from the radiologist
• Applies principals of radiation to minimize exposure to patients, self, and others

Other Job Related Functions:

• Practices aseptic/sterile techniques to prevent cross contamination. Clean the exam room and equipment after use and/or every patient
• Operates imaging equipment and other related radiology equipment such as computers, copier, scanners, fax machine, and printer
• Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following, and enforcing standards and procedures
• Assist with registering patients, scheduling appointments, and importing and exporting CD's and reports
• Assist coworkers with their duties
• Other duties as assigned by Radiology Director and Chief Information Officer

Job Requirements and Qualifications:

• Must have received a Certificate of completion from an allied health education and accreditation (AMA) accredited radiology program which meets requirements of the American Registry of Radiological Technologist
• Must be a certified mammography technologist with 40 hours of training, completed 15 CMEs in the past 3 years, and have performed 200 mammograms in the previous 24 months

• 1+ year of experience performing screening and diagnostic mammograms
• 1+ year of experience in radiology setting
• Must have excellent oral/written communication skills

• Must have reliable transportation

Additional Information:

• Clinic hours are Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• 11 paid holidays per year.
• Full benefits package.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

We believe that health care is right and not a privilege. At CARESTL HEALTH we are an equal opportunity employer healthcare center. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, veteran, or disability status.