Mammography Technologist

Job Description

Job Description

The Position

We are seeking entry level or experienced Mammo Technologist to perform Mammography screening & Diagnostic, assist Radiologists during breast biopsy procedures, DEXA, and perform general x-ray.

The Location

Rego Park Imaging an affiliate site of Northwell Health will pride itself on delivering the most advanced and complex imaging care with compassion and respect, playing a critical role towards advancing the care plan for the patients in and around the Queens Community. Located at 95-25 Queens Blvd Rego Park NY 11374, Rego Park Imaging will be Northwell’s largest affiliate Ambulatory Imaging Center in size, scope, complexity & patient volume. Comprised of both a Body Imaging Division and a Breast Imaging Division, a team of 30+FTEs will provide imaging in CT, MRI, US, X-ray, Dexa, Mammography, and PET CT; all used for diagnostic imaging, and many used for image guided procedures. For more information about Northwell Health Imaging, please visit

Job Responsibility

• Communicates with Radiologist to confirm required exam details and ensure optimal quality of images.
• Reviews and correlates patient's prior imaging reports, using Breast Imaging Reporting and Data System lexicons, to categorize procedure to be performed.
• Prepares patient for exam. Translates procedure into layman terms, based on professional knowledge, to relieve patient of any pre-testing anxiety.
• Performs mammography exams according to established standards and procedures of division. Adjusts imaging equipment and operates controls to obtain correct exposure.
• Assists physician in performance of mammographic image-guided interventional/special breast exams or procedures, including stereotactic biopsy, wire or seed implant localization, and contrast enhanced mammography.
• Performs general x-ray exams including, but not limited to, bone density exams, as needed.
• Perform specimen imaging, when necessary. Safely handles specimens and ensures all labeling, paperwork and imaging is sent to Pathology.
• Monitors patient’s condition in accordance with technical and safety standards. Recognizes and promptly reports any motor abnormalities including, fainting, discoloration, contrast reactions etc., to Radiologist and/or nurses.
• Ensures required documentation is completed throughout exam.
• Operates equipment for transferring images to film and/or disc.
• Ensures images are properly marked as “right” or “left” side and labeled with date and patient identification. Utilizes modality worklist to select patient and verify accession number coincides.
• Enters patient history and other pertinent information obtained from requisition into system.
• Maintains imaging equipment. Makes setting adjustments, as needed. Informs management of any mechanical issues/repair needs.
• Reviews and maintains supply inventory in assigned area.
• Maintains cleanliness of procedure room.

Expectations & Goals include:

• Ensure that Patient Safety, particularly related to Patient Identification, is included in each patient experience.
• Foster positive communication, create positive patient experiences, and deliver Service Excellence during every patient interaction.
• Aligning Imaging’s strategic vision to meet the needs of Northwell Health’s clinical programs in the surrounding communities.
• Strengthen existing relationships, while establishing new relationships with referring physicians and surrounding communities to ensure timely access to imaging care.

Job Qualification

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program, required.
• New York State Department of Health licensure as a Radiologic Technologist, required.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration in Mammography, required.
• Minimum of 200 mammography exams performed within past 24 months, required.

The ideal candidate will be customer service oriented and be passionate about being part of a collaborative caregiving team delivering empathetic experiences with a commitment to inclusion, diversity, and equality of care. The role is Full Time onsite, employed by Mallard MSO, LLC.