Mammo Tech - Days

UAB St. Vincent's•Birmingham, AL

11d•Onsite

About The Position

North Tower Imaging at UAB St. Vincent’s Birmingham offers a comprehensive range of imaging services, including X-ray, bone density (DEXA), CT, MRI, and ultrasound, with a specialized focus on breast imaging. As the only department performing invasive breast procedures, our collaborative team operates Monday through Friday, ensuring no evening or weekend shifts. We are dedicated to providing high-quality patient care in a supportive environment.

Requirements

BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Graduate of an accredited educational program in Radiologic Technology required.
One or more of the following required: Cardiographic Tech credentialed from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date, Medical Sonographer credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date, Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Nice To Haves

Bone Density Certification may be required within 6-months of hire or transfer date (if applicable)
Mammography Experiences Preferred

Responsibilities

Provide mammography imaging services.
Operate equipment and perform various mammography related procedures.
Prepare and position patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately.
Explain procedures and educates patients about the role of regular mammography in preventive breast health.
Develop and evaluate the film for technical quality such as density contrast, definition, and distortion.
Follow radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
Ensure prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).
Ensure equipment is properly functioning.
Report potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel.
Assist in maintaining a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area and any other areas in department.
May perform bone density scans using DEXA equipment, if applicable.