Radiology / Cardiology - Mammography Tech

Mammography Technologist

Perm candidates of any other providence facility (non Swedish) are eligible for a travel contract if they have been separated for at least 3 months. First time travelers accepted. 1 year of experience, 2 years of full-time mammography experience strongly preferred. Need active WA LIC to submit. Must be open to floating to other campuses. Proficiency in diagnostic and screening mammograms. Patient age group: adolescents, adults, geriatrics. All techs new to department have 25 exams observed by another tech before working on own. Perform a variety of radiological technical procedures specific to the diagnosis and treatment of breast disease in a high volume outpatient setting. Responsible for producing high quality radiographic images while interacting with all patients in a caring and comforting manner. Jointly responsible for performing required quality control activities as mandated by the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) and the FDA.

- 3-D Mammography

- Diagnostic Mammograms

- Fine Needle Aspirations

- Needle Localizations

- Screening Mammograms

- Stereotactic Biopsy

Ability to accurately produce high quality diagnostic mammographic images. Ability to perform, in conjunction with the physician staff, related special procedures. Working knowledge of breast anatomy, proper radiographic exposure factors and procedures for mandated quality control activities. Working knowledge of a variety of x-ray equipment and associated applications (specifically mammography and processing units).

Certifications (required): BLS, ARRT

Department is open Monday thru Friday from 7am to 5pm and Saturday from 8am to 4:30pm.