Mammography Technologist - MTECH 26-06275

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Mammography Technologist

Location: Brooklyn, NY
Assignment Duration: 9 Weeks (Potential for Extension)
Employment Type: Contract

• Traveler Pay: $2,000–$2,300 per week (Based on experience)

• Shift: Days
• Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

We are seeking an experienced Mammography Technologist to join a busy breast imaging department. The ideal candidate will perform high-quality screening and diagnostic mammography examinations while ensuring exceptional patient care, image quality, and compliance with departmental and regulatory standards.

• Perform routine screening and diagnostic mammography examinations.
• Position patients accurately and perform proper breast compression techniques to obtain high-quality diagnostic images.
• Select appropriate technical factors and imaging techniques based on patient needs.
• Evaluate mammographic images for technical quality and repeat studies when necessary.
• Ensure all radiographic images are accurately labeled according to departmental policies and procedures.
• Transmit completed studies to the PACS system in a timely manner.
• Complete all required imaging documentation within the IDX system.
• Maintain accurate patient tracking and documentation throughout the imaging process.
• Educate patients regarding mammography procedures and promote patient comfort and safety.
• Adhere to MQSA, radiation safety, infection prevention, and quality assurance standards.
• Maintain imaging equipment and ensure examination rooms are properly stocked and organized.
• Collaborate with radiologists and the healthcare team to provide high-quality diagnostic services.

Education

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.

Experience

• Previous experience performing screening and diagnostic mammography preferred.
• Experience in a hospital or outpatient breast imaging setting is preferred.

• Active New York State License in Diagnostic Radiography .
• Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification.
• Must meet and maintain Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) requirements.

• Screening Mammography
• Diagnostic Mammography
• Breast Positioning
• Breast Compression Techniques
• Digital Mammography
• Image Quality Evaluation
• PACS Image Management
• IDX Documentation
• Patient Tracking and Documentation
• Radiation Safety
• Strong communication and patient care skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment

• 9-week contract assignment with the potential for extension .
• Day shift: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
• Competitive weekly compensation based on experience.
• Excellent opportunity for an experienced Mammography Technologist seeking a travel or contract assignment in a collaborative breast imaging environment.