Co-Lead QC/QA Mammography Technologist

Skillcloud HCM•Scarborough, ME

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Coastal Women’s Healthcare is seeking a Co-Lead Quality Control/Quality Assurance Mammography Technologist for its Scarborough, Maine office. The role performs screening and diagnostic breast exams using advanced imaging technology while ensuring patient comfort and safety. It also oversees mammography department quality control and quality assurance activities, documentation, and facility accreditation at the federal and state levels. The technologist collaborates with the Lead Interpreting Physician, equipment manufacturers, and application specialists, and supports the clinic’s commitment to comprehensive women’s healthcare.

Requirements

Successful completion of an accredited radiologic technology course 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.
Experience with EMR and imaging systems.
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 Sectra, Epic, and PenRad applications is highly preferred.
Weekly or monthly QC testing of equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain quality control operations and required documentation for federal and state accreditation.
Ensure quality assurance for the mammography department, including record keeping.
Work with the Lead Interpreting Physician on accreditation activities, 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 the length and intensity of radiation exposure 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 mammogram procedures.
Perform weekly or monthly equipment QC testing to ensure the unit operates safely and effectively (listed as preferred).