Mammography Technologist - Full Time(9024-Plano)

Onsite Women's Health•Plano, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Onsite Women’s Health is hiring a full-time Mammography Technologist to provide screening and diagnostic mammography in an OB/GYN office environment in Plano. The role uses 3D tomosynthesis digital mammography equipment and offers a Monday–Friday schedule with no weekends. The technologist works independently and supports patient-centered care, including the success of the mammography service within the practice and efforts to help eligible patients receive annual screening mammograms. The position involves preparing patients for mammography, explaining procedures, operating and positioning equipment, reviewing digital images for quality, and ensuring equipment is working properly. The technologist also performs required quality-assurance testing, follows radiation-protection and safety practices, maintains patient confidentiality, completes paperwork and data entry, participates in professional development, and prepares reports and data required by MQSA and state regulations.

Requirements

At least 2 years of mammography experience.
ARRT credential required.
Must be current on all CME credits.
Valid state license, if applicable.
Patient-centered and compassionate.
Computer savvy.
Able to perform technical activities associated with screening and diagnostic mammography procedures.
Flexible and able to multitask.

Responsibilities

Produce screening and diagnostic mammograms to detect breast cancers and lesions.
Support the initial and ongoing success of the mammography service at the practice.
Assist the practice in ensuring eligible, age-appropriate patients receive annual screening mammograms, particularly during the first 18 months of a new practice.
Prepare patients for mammography and explain procedures to reduce anxiety and obtain cooperation.
Position mammographic equipment and adjust exposure controls according to radiographic techniques and protocols.
Use radiation-protection techniques, including beam-restrictive devices and patient shielding, and follow safety standards when operating equipment.
Examine digital images for image quality.
Ensure equipment is in proper working order.
Perform required quality-assurance testing to comply with MQSA, ACR, and state requirements and regulations.
Maintain patient confidentiality.
Process routine paperwork and complete required data entry.
Participate in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations.
Prepare reports and data required by MQSA and state requirements.