Mammogram Technician - Montclair

Genesis Global Group•Montclair, NJ

12d•Onsite

About The Position

MBC is seeking a Mammogram Technician responsible for detecting breast tissue abnormalities by completing mammographic imaging studies and presenting them for diagnosis. The position may be per diem, part-time, or full-time. The technician greets and prepares patients, explains imaging procedures, and performs mammography studies, including positioning patients, adjusting compression and equipment settings, and capturing the required images. The role includes minimizing radiation exposure, maintaining mammogram production and quality, determining when images need adjustment or retaking, and forwarding completed studies to a radiologist for interpretation. The technician also maintains mammography equipment and supplies, documents patient services, and helps maintain a safe and healthy work environment. The work is performed in a medical office environment with mild to moderate noise.

Requirements

Current state license and ARRT registry.
Specialized training in mammography, including continuing education or certificates.
An average of 5 continuing education ECEs per year specific to mammography.
High school graduate or equivalent.
Successful completion of formal radiologic technology training at an AMA-approved school and ability to meet registry requirements for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or American Registry of Clinical Radiologic Technologists.
Mammographic Radiologic Technology certification.
Ability to operate sophisticated computer equipment.
Ability to interact compassionately and effectively with patients.
Effective communication skills.
Ability to work well independently and follow detailed instructions.
Highly self-motivated.
Ability to stand, stoop, lift, and walk without restrictions.

Responsibilities

Confirm patient identification, review imaging requests and special instructions, and confirm the anticipated service with patients.
Help patients cooperate by reducing anxiety, explaining imaging procedures, and answering questions.
Conduct mammography studies by positioning breasts, adjusting compression mechanisms and equipment controls, setting exposure factors, capturing images, and preparing for subsequent views.
Minimize radiation exposure to patients and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques.
Maintain mammogram production and quality by following established standards and procedures, developing and observing mammograms, making adjustments, retaking images when necessary, and forwarding completed studies to a radiologist for interpretation.
Maintain mammography equipment by completing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions, requesting repairs, and maintaining equipment inventories.
Keep supplies and patient drapes available by inventorying stock, placing orders, and collecting and processing laundry.
Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following and enforcing standards and procedures.
Document patient mammogram services in patient records.