Mammographer II

SSM Health • St. Louis, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Mammographer II position at MO-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis is a regular employee role focused on providing mammography imaging services. This includes performing stereo procedures and/or mammography imaging services combined with bone density procedures, with a bone density (BD) registry required if stereo procedures are not completed. The role is integral to preventive breast health, involving direct patient interaction, equipment operation, and image quality assurance.

Requirements

• Completion of a Radiology Technology program
• No experience required
• Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
• ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• ARRT-M Mammography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• ARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (required if not completing stereo procedures, or as an alternative path in some states)
• Radiologic Technologists - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) (for Illinois work location)
• Radiographer, Licensed - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (for Wisconsin work location)
• Other resuscitation certifications may be required dependent on department.

Responsibilities

• Operates equipment and performs various mammography related procedures.
• Prepares and positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters.
• Explains procedures and educates patients about the role of regular mammography in preventive breast health.
• Develops and evaluates the image for technical quality such as density contrast, definition, and distortion.
• Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
• Ensures prompt submission of all high-quality images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correctly marked and patient data/history).
• Ensures equipment is properly functioning.
• Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel.
• Assists in maintaining a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms and any other areas in department.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid Parental Leave: one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE)
• Flexible Payment Options: voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay for instant access to earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday
• Upfront Tuition Coverage: through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree