Mammography Technician - On-call

Hudson Hospital • Elk River, MN

11d • $33 - $50

About The Position

Riverway Clinic is seeking a Mammography Technician to join its Radiology team. The role performs the duties necessary to position patients for mammograms, obtain radiographic images, process and review images, maintain image quality, and educate patients about exposure. Patient care and strong patient relationships are central to the position.

The technician supports teamwork, patient service, quality and safety, and responsible use of department resources. Duties include responding to patient questions, producing high-quality mammograms, following radiation-protection and quality-control protocols, maintaining equipment and records, protecting patient privacy, and helping maintain an organized, safe, professional examination room. The schedule varies, and additional duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
• Currently registered A.R.R.T.
• CPR certification.
• Initially qualified in mammography, including 40 hours of initial training.
• Ability to organize effectively and establish priorities.
• Understanding of regulations and procedures for administering patient care.
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments used to administer patient care.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions for establishing safe working conditions.
• Ability to maintain records, write reports, and respond to correspondence.
• Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work quickly under pressure.
• Ability to work productively as a team player.

Nice To Haves

• Membership in the Minnesota Society of Radiologic Technologists (M.S.R.T.) or the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (A.S.R.T.).

Responsibilities

• Position patients and perform mammograms, producing high-quality radiographs with minimal errors.
• Educate patients regarding exposure and answer questions or concerns about procedures.
• Select appropriate technical factors and operate equipment safely while following radiation-protection, quality-control, and OSHA standards.
• Use professional standards and independent judgment when it is necessary to depart from established techniques.
• Process and review completed images and organize images for reading.
• Demonstrate knowledge of anatomy and assist with department record keeping and related file work.
• Perform receptionist duties when the department receptionist is absent.
• Maintain equipment and comply with the Code of Conduct and legal, ethical, and confidentiality requirements.
• Participate in patient outreach to help maximize patient care.
• Answer incoming calls, greet patients warmly, and respond appropriately to verbal, written, and nonverbal communications.
• Advocate for patients’ privacy, safety, and confidentiality; respect, embrace, and value diversity.
• Work constructively with other departments and individuals, share job knowledge with new employees, and place team goals above personal interests.
• Participate in self-development and educational activities and work to resolve problems constructively.
• Maintain a well-stocked, organized, safe, and professional examination room.
• Project a professional image through appearance, positive attitude, and constructive interactions.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits supporting health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities.
• Benefits intended to support physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being and work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed