Mammography Technologist

Ascension • Wauwatosa, WI

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Mammography Technologist operates equipment and performs mammography-related procedures, preparing and positioning patients and accurately selecting anatomic and technical parameters. The role explains procedures and educates patients about regular mammography as part of preventive breast health. It also involves developing and evaluating images for technical quality, including density, contrast, definition, and distortion; following radiation safety procedures and guidelines; and promptly submitting high-quality images and documentation to PACS, with correct lead markers and patient data and history.

Requirements

• BLS Provider certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, obtained within 30 days of hire or job transfer.
• ARRT Mammography credential, obtained within 12 months of hire or job transfer; General Radiography is also required.
• Wisconsin Radiology Technologist licensure issued by the Wisconsin Radiography Examining Board.
• ARRT Radiologic Technologist credential obtained before hire or job transfer.
• High school diploma equivalency with two years of cumulative experience, or an associate or technical degree, or four years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment and perform mammography-related procedures.
• Prepare and position patients and accurately select anatomic and technical parameters.
• Explain procedures and educate patients about the role of regular mammography in preventive breast health.
• Develop and evaluate images for technical quality, including density, contrast, definition, and distortion.
• Follow radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
• Promptly submit high-quality images and documentation to PACS, ensuring correct lead markers and patient data and history.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, with HSA/FSA options.
• Employer-matched 403(b), financial planning and hardship resources, disability insurance, and life insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Ascension-paid tuition through Vocare, reimbursement, professional development, and online learning.
• Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care, and stress management resources.
• Parental leave, adoption assistance, and family benefits.
• Optional legal and pet insurance and transportation savings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED