Co-Lead QC/QA Mammography Technologist

Skillcloud HCM•Scarborough, ME

5d•$50 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

Coastal Women’s Healthcare is seeking a Co-Lead Quality Control/Quality Assurance (QC/QA) Mammography Technologist for its Scarborough, Maine office. The role performs screening and diagnostic breast exams using advanced imaging technology while supporting patient comfort and safety. The technologist is responsible for mammography department quality control and quality assurance, required documentation, and facility accreditation at the federal and state levels. The position works with the Lead Interpreting Physician, manufacturers, and application specialists on accreditation, equipment maintenance, and technical needs.

Requirements

Successful completion of an accredited course in radiologic technology or an associate degree in radiologic technology.
At least 28 classroom hours of initial mammographer training as designated by the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA), including 8 credit hours in breast tomosynthesis.
Completion of tomographic 3D training.
Current certification with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
Current state license as a mammography technologist or radiography technologist.
Skill in basic and advanced positioning, including positioning patients with implants and disabilities.
Knowledge of federal and state accreditation processes.
Ability to collaborate with people and communicate clearly.
Ability to calm patients who may be nervous about the procedure.

Nice To Haves

Experience with EMR and imaging systems; Sectra, Epic, and PenRad applications are highly preferred.
Weekly/monthly QC testing of equipment.

Responsibilities

Maintain quality control operations and required documentation related to federal and state accreditation.
Ensure quality assurance for the mammography department and maintain related records.
Work with the Lead Interpreting Physician during accreditation processes, including updating records, policies, and procedures.
Coordinate with manufacturers and application specialists regarding machine maintenance and technical needs.
Adjust equipment, position patients, and provide appropriate radiation protection.
Select radiation exposure length and intensity for each patient.
Examine images for technical quality and diagnostic acceptability.
Review and update information in the order placement system, PACS image storage system, and EMR.
Assist with coding and billing of mammogram procedures.
Perform weekly/monthly equipment QC testing to help ensure safe and effective operation (listed as preferred).
Perform screening and diagnostic breast imaging exams while supporting patient comfort and safety.