Mammography Technologist - Mount Sinai Brooklyn - Radiology Breast Imaging - Full-time - Day
About The Position
The Mammography/Breast Imaging Technologist performs high-quality mammographic and breast imaging studies to assist in diagnosing and treating breast disease. The technologist follows federal, state, and institutional regulations and provides compassionate, patient-centered care in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment. The role performs screening and diagnostic mammography, including tomosynthesis, and assists radiologists with interventional breast procedures. It includes patient preparation and education, image evaluation and transmission, quality-control activities, radiation protection, infection control, equipment and room upkeep, recordkeeping, scheduling, and related clerical work. The technologist maintains required licensure, attends professional development activities, and performs other relevant duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Graduate of an AMA/J.C.E.R.T.-approved Radiologic Technology program.
- Current New York State Radiologic Technologist License in Diagnostic Radiography.
- ARRT Certification in Radiography (R).
- ARRT Certification in Mammography (M), or obtain it within six months of hire.
- BLS certification.
- At least 1–2 years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist.
Nice To Haves
- One year of screening and diagnostic mammography experience preferred.
- Experience in a hospital-based or breast imaging center setting preferred.
- Experience with digital mammography, tomosynthesis, and PACS/RIS systems strongly desired.
Responsibilities
- Perform screening and diagnostic mammography, including tomosynthesis, in accordance with ACR, MQSA, and hospital protocols.
- Assist radiologists with interventional breast procedures, including stereotactic core biopsies, ultrasound-guided biopsies, needle localizations, and cyst aspirations.
- Assist, prepare, and position patients for mammographic procedures.
- Perform daily, weekly, monthly, and semi-annual mammography quality-control functions to ensure MQSA and ACR compliance.
- Educate patients about imaging procedures, the area to be imaged, and relevant instructions.
- Ensure radiographic images are labeled according to departmental SOP.
- Prepare sterile fields and trays for breast imaging procedures.
- Maintain statistical reports for DOH and MQSA inspections.
- Use radiation-protection measures and follow departmental protocols to minimize exposure to patients and hospital personnel.
- Evaluate images for technical acceptability and ensure timely transmission to PACS.
- Keep the Radiology room and equipment clean at the start and end of the shift, including removing soiled or dirty linen.
- Maintain supplies and accessories needed to perform duties safely.
- Record required patient-tracking information in the designated breast imaging software system.
- Schedule exams as required.
- Inform a supervisor or appropriate personnel about needed equipment repairs or unsafe conditions.
- Follow infection-control policies and protocols to prevent the spread of infection.
- Perform related clerical duties when support personnel are absent.
- Attend required in-services and professional development meetings.
- Maintain job-specific licensure in good standing, including adherence to Article 35 of the Public Health Code.
- Perform other relevant duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
