Mammography Technologist

McLaren Health Care•Bay City, MI

13d

About The Position

Performs digital mammograms of the breast at a technical level that produces high-quality mammographic images consistent with established policies and procedures, typically requiring general supervision. May perform breast imaging procedures. The role specializes in screening and diagnostic mammograms for the detection of breast tumors and includes patient care, equipment operation and maintenance, quality assurance, radiation safety, and documentation.

Requirements

Graduate from an AMA-approved school of radiology technology.
Certification in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT).
Certification in mammography by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. If not mammography certified, on-site training will be provided, with mammography certification required within 15 months of hire.
Current BLS certification.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in radiology.

Responsibilities

Specialize in producing screening and diagnostic mammograms for the detection of breast tumors.
Obtain patient history, explain standard procedures, address patient concerns, and support each patient's comfort and individual needs.
Operate and maintain assigned mammography equipment to ensure it works properly.
Position patients and mammographic equipment, adjust controls and exposure factors according to radiographic techniques and protocols, and capture the images requested by a physician.
Complete quality assurance processes and practice radiation safety to reduce exposure to patients, staff, and self.
Maintain required documentation, logs, charts, forms, and records in paper and electronic formats.
Maintain an adequate supply of consumables needed to perform quality testing.
Perform routine daily, weekly, monthly, and periodic maintenance and function checks on imaging equipment according to established protocols.
Assist other areas of radiology as assigned.
Perform other related duties as required and directed.