Mammography Technologist

Memorial Regional Health•Craig, CO

9d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a Full Time Position responsible for the daily operation of the women’s health section of radiology. The role involves suggesting changes in procedures, policies, and quality improvement, as well as coordinating training and development in breast imaging specialties. The technologist must adhere to all FDA guidelines for the mammography section, maintain appropriate records for accreditation processes and inspections, and ensure a structured reporting system for accurate audit reporting, statistical tracking, and resolution of workflow issues. Daily QA and preventative maintenance scheduling are also key responsibilities. The position requires advanced knowledge of Mammography imaging procedures, performing exams based on departmental protocols or in coordination with a Radiologist, and practicing radiation safety adhering to ALARA standards. The technologist must be able to operate equipment according to manufacturer recommendations, troubleshoot equipment problems, and independently call for service when needed. Responsibilities also include verifying exam orders, identifying patients, providing exam education, reviewing and documenting medical history, obtaining informed consent, and ensuring all necessary paperwork and prior studies are complete. Accurate patient records must be maintained in EHR, including charging procedures and supplies. The role may require performing other functions within the clinic, with additional training provided as needed. Flexibility is demonstrated by assisting in other modalities, adjusting schedules, and taking calls, overtime, or holiday shifts. Additional training or certification may be required. Clerical duties, phone reception, and patient transportation may also be part of the role, as well as assisting, training, or cross-training imaging staff members. The position requires self-motivation, independent judgment, and the ability to work with minimum supervision. Ordering, stocking, and maintaining supply inventory are also responsibilities. The role also involves demonstrating full commitment to the CHOICE values of MRH, fostering positive working relationships, adhering to dress code, maintaining productivity, completing required education and training, maintaining patient confidentiality, reporting to work punctually, contributing to performance improvement initiatives, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and following infection control, safety, and risk management procedures.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Must successfully pass a background check.
Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and breath alcohol test (if applicable).
Must complete an Employee Health meeting prior to starting employment.
Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technologist program.
ARRT registration in Radiology (R) and Mammography (M).
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (or must obtain within 90 days of hire or transfer)
Two (2) years prior experience as a practicing Radiologic Technologist, CT, and MRI Technologist

Nice To Haves

Cross-trained into other modalities, including, but not limited to: CT, MRI, and DEXA.
Experience with electronic records, including PACS and RIS/HIS

Responsibilities

Responsible for the daily operation of the women’s health section of radiology.
Responsible for suggesting changes in procedures, policies, and quality improvement, as well as coordinating training and development in breast imaging specialties.
Adheres to all FDA guidelines for the mammography section.
Maintains appropriate records for all accreditation processes and inspections.
Maintains a structured reporting system to ensure accurate audit reporting, statistical tracking, and resolution of workflow issues.
Ensures completion of daily QA and preventative maintenance scheduling.
Demonstrates advanced knowledge of Mammography imaging procedures
Performs all exams based on Imaging Department Protocols or protocols the exam with the Radiologist.
Practices radiation safety, adhering to ALARA standards.
Ability to operate equipment consistently with the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Troubleshoots equipment problems and independently calls a service engineer if the malfunction needs outside maintenance.
Verifies exam orders, identifies the patient through two means of identification, and provides exam education.
Reviews and documents the patient’s medical history, obtains required informed consent, and ensures all necessary paperwork and prior studies are complete and available before submitting procedures for Radiologist interpretation.
Maintains accurate patient records in EHR, including charging procedures and supplies.
May be required to perform other functions within the clinic. Any additional training required will be provided.
Demonstrates flexibility by assisting in other modalities, adjusting schedules, and taking calls, overtime, or holiday shifts as needed.
Obtains additional training or certification as required.
Assists with clerical duties, phone reception, and patient transportation when required.
Assists, trains, or cross-trains imaging staff members as directed.
Must be self-motivated, use independent judgment, and be able to work with minimum supervision.
Responsible for ordering, stocking, and maintaining supply inventory.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Demonstrates full commitment to the CHOICE values of MRH and consistently represents the organization in a positive, professional manner.
Establishes and maintains effective verbal and written communication, fostering positive working relationships with patients, staff, and vendors.
Adheres to the MRH attire and dress code in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
Exhibits initiative and self-motivation; maintains a consistent level of productivity and manages time and responsibilities effectively.
Completes all required annual education, training, in-services, and licensure/certification updates; actively participates in departmental and organizational meetings or reviews meeting minutes as required.
Maintains strict patient confidentiality at all times.
Reports to work punctually and completes assigned duties within established timeframes.
Actively contributes to departmental and organization-wide performance improvement and continuous quality initiatives.
Ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements, maintaining adherence to departmental, hospital, state, and federal standards and policies.
Follows all infection control, safety, and risk management procedures to maintain a safe environment for patients, the public, and staff.