Mammography Technologist

Trinity Health • Grand Rapids, MI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Mammography Technologist performs mammography examinations as well as performs and records the results of Quality Assurance and Quality control procedures. This is a part-time, per diem position with variable hours.

Requirements

• Completion of American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) approved Radiologic Technology Program.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) certification; registry eligible in mammography.
• Must maintain 24 continuing education credits per biennium to maintain registry status.
• Certification or recertification in Basic Life support (BLS) within three months of hire.
• One year of experience as a Registered Radiographer.
• Registry eligible in mammography.
• Ability to lift up to a maximum of 35lbs.
• Ability to perform push/pull tasks that require a maximum force of 35 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelors of Science degree (BS)
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) certification in mammography.
• Must maintain 15 continuing education credits per three years in Mammography to maintain registry.
• One year of mammography experience including 3D mammography.

Responsibilities

• Performs and records the results of quality assurance and quality control procedures.
• Assists the Radiologist with biopsies and needle localizations (if trained in breast ultrasound and stereo and guided core needle biopsies).
• Determines whether a mammogram is screening or diagnostic study.
• Performs mammography examinations and patient education on Hospital services and treatments.
• Acquires patient history & explains exam and procedures, assuring that patient and/or family understand scope of exam.
• Monitors safety and comfort of patient through the exam.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree