Mammography Technologist-Part Time Days/Evenings

Mary Washington Healthcare • Fredericksburg, VA

11d

About The Position

The Mammography Technologist prepares patients and performs routine screening and diagnostic mammography examinations, as well as bone densitometry studies, in accordance with provider orders, ACR and MQSA guidelines, departmental procedures, and exam protocols under Radiologist supervision. The technologist produces high-quality images and presents them with relevant comparison studies, exam results, and patient information to the Radiologist for timely interpretation.

The role includes ensuring appropriate patient preparation and accurate documentation, maintaining clinical competency and equipment quality control, supporting patient safety and radiation protection, and contributing to department operations and performance improvement. The technologist also supports student instruction, community breast cancer education and screening, and mammography accreditation activities. Level II technologists additionally perform specified breast biopsy and needle localization procedures and work with leadership on protocol evaluation and peer education.

Requirements

• Commonwealth of Virginia Radiologic Technologist license required for MIF, LLC facilities.
• BLS certification required.
• ARRT (R) registration in Radiologic Technology required.
• Level I: Six months of relevant experience required.
• Level II: Minimum of one year of mammography experience required.
• Level II: ARRT (M) mammography registry and completion of three stereotactic continuing education credits required.
• Level II: Must perform prone stereotactic biopsy, upright biopsy, tomo biopsy, and needle localization procedures.
• Ability to complete required physical tasks, including frequent standing, walking, and sitting; occasional bending and squatting; lifting up to 35 pounds; and pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
• Auditory and visual skills, including color determination.
• Critical thinking, analytical, multitasking, communication, and collaboration skills, and capacity to cope with difficult situations.
• Ability to tolerate irregular hours, including evenings, nights, and weekends.
• Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment where exposure to bloodborne pathogens is possible.
• For MRI Associates, complete MRI Associate screening and receive approval to work in MRI Zones 3 and 4.

Nice To Haves

• ARRT (M) mammography registration for Level I; if not registered at hire, registry is required within one year of hire.
• Level I: At least three months of mammography experience preferred, or successful documented completion of the MWHC/MIF cross-training program.
• For applicants without mammography experience, active, unexpired completion of an Initial Mammography Training Course that includes DBT is preferred.
• Bone densitometry and stereotactic breast biopsy experience preferred.
• Experience with applicable EMR, Radiology, and information systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for mammography by confirming provider orders and screening criteria, verifying identity, and obtaining medical histories.
• Perform screening and diagnostic mammography examinations and bone densitometry procedures for patients across age groups and clinical conditions.
• Maintain clinical competency through completion of the annual Competency Based Orientation Tool for Clinical Associates in Mammography.
• Follow departmental policies, procedures, standards, and protocols.
• Maintain knowledge of mammography services and operations and competency in Computer Aided Detection technology.
• Maintain a safe environment and follow radiation safety practices, including time, distance, and shielding where possible.
• Supervise and instruct students and support the MWH School of Radiologic Technology and mammography cross-training program.
• Monitor and maintain adequate supplies and materials.
• Report, record, and file patient information and procedural data to document department operations and support timely billing.
• Participate in Mammography department Performance Improvement activities.
• Maintain an effective follow-up program for reporting mammography results to patients and providers, including follow-up when additional views or procedures are recommended.
• Participate in community breast cancer education and screening activities.
• Perform daily equipment quality control to ensure equipment operates within manufacturer specifications and produces high-quality images.
• Participate in and submit images for ACR Mammography and MQSA accreditation processes.
• For Technologist II, perform prone stereotactic biopsy, upright biopsy, tomo biopsy, and needle localization procedures.
• For Technologist II, work with leadership to evaluate new protocols and provide peer education.

Benefits

• Commitment to Care Bonus Potential for Qualifying External Candidates
• Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities who are applicants for employment or Associates

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed