Mammography Technician Certified

Tanner Memorial Clinic • Layton, UT

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Tanner Clinic has an immediate opening for a Mammography Technician Certified position. This role collaborates with radiologists to ensure breast imaging is performed in a clinically safe and effective manner. The technician will explain procedures to patients, position them for imaging, adjust equipment, and ensure proper radiation protection and exposure settings. They will also compress breasts for clear images, develop films, examine them for quality, and release patients upon completion. The role may involve discussing results or explaining how they will be shared.

Requirements

• Successful completion of an accredited course in radiologic technology or associate degree in radiologic technology.
• Minimum of 28 classroom hours for initial mammographer training as designated by the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA).
• Minimum two years of experience in radiology imaging modalities.
• Current certification with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• Current state permit/license as general diagnostic radiographer.
• Knowledge of anatomy, breast physiology, breast abnormalities, and clinical breast exams.
• Knowledge of radiologic equipment and testing, physics, and radiation biology.
• Knowledge of safety hazards of radiology and practice standards.
• Skill in basic and advanced positioning, including working with patients with implants.
• Skill in applying compression.
• Skill in providing adequate radiation protection.
• Ability to pay attention to detail and to identify problems.
• Ability to demonstrate genuine interest in working with people and to communicate clearly.
• Ability to demonstrate full range of motion, finger/manual dexterity, and agility.

Nice To Haves

• One year mammography experience preferred in medical practice setting.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with radiologist to consider many factors related to breast imaging to ensure unit is operating in clinically safe and effective manner.
• Explains procedure to patients, including dressing in a gown before the process.
• Adjusts equipment, positions patient, and provides adequate radiation protection.
• Selects length and intensity for radiation exposure on an individual basis.
• Compresses breasts appropriately to get clear images.
• Develops radiologic film and examines for technical quality and diagnostic acceptability.
• Releases patient upon completion of exam.
• Discusses results or explains how results will be shared later.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree