Radiology - Mammo Tech

Mammography Technician

Job Title: Mammography Technician

Profession: Mammography Technician

Specialty: Mammography Technician

Duration: 26 weeks

Shift: 08:00 AM - 04:30 PM

Hours per Shift: 8

Experience: Minimum of 2 years

License: Current state licensure as a Radiologic Technologist

Certifications: BLS

Must-Have: Proficient in Mammography and DEXA; well-versed in diagnostic and routine breast imaging.

Description: The mammography technician is responsible for detecting breast tissue abnormalities by completing mammographic imaging studies and presenting them for diagnosis. Greets patients by confirming patient identification, reviewing imaging requests, checking for special instructions, and confirming anticipated services with patients. Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties, providing explanations of imaging procedures, explaining equipment, and answering questions. Conducts mammography studies by positioning breasts, adjusting compression mechanisms, instructing patients to hold their breath, retreating to a lead-protected area, adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors, activating equipment to take images, releasing compression mechanisms, and preparing for the next positioning and view. Minimizes radiation exposure to patients and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques. Maintains the production and quality of mammograms by following established standards and procedures, developing mammograms, observing results, determining necessary adjustments for optimum results, retaking mammograms as required, and forwarding completed studies for interpretation. Ensures the operation of mammography equipment by completing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs, and maintaining equipment inventories. Keeps mammography supplies and patient drapes ready by inventorying stock, placing orders, and processing laundry. Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following and enforcing standards and procedures. Documents patient mammogram services by completing patient record charting. Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations. Under the supervision of a physician, performs bone densitometry and x-ray scans for interpretation by a licensed practitioner while being friendly, courteous, and empathetic to patients and all parties involved in their care. Routine breast imaging is scheduled every 30 minutes, and diagnostic breast imaging is scheduled every 40 minutes. DEXA scans are performed every 20 minutes. Candidate will work with one scheduler and one other technologist.

We offer competitive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Free and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)
• 24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison support
• Personalized career consultant and "single point of contact" service
• Industry?leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonuses
• Free tax return assistance for travelers
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities

Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Health reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.

About Cynet Health: Cynet Health is a Joint Commission-accredited, Minority-Owned healthcare staffing agency headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, proudly serving healthcare facilities across the United States since its founding in 2010. As one of the nation's largest and fastest?growing healthcare staffing firms in the nation, we staff thousands of nursing, allied health, locum tenens, pharmacy, therapy, direct?hire, and non?clinical professionals across hospitals, clinics, long?term care facilities, labs and more. We're one of the most decorated staffing agencies in America-ranked a Top Travel Nursing Company by BluePipes, recognized among the fastest?growing and most diverse staffing firms by Inc. 5000, Staffing Industry, WBJ and USPAACC-and remain deeply committed to excellence, inclusion, and community impact.