Mammography Technologist

Washington Radiology•Washington, DC

12d•$45 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

Solis Mammography is hiring a Mammography Technologist at its Washington, DC facility. The technologist prepares for and assists the Radiologist with mammography examinations, including breast biopsies, and produces high-quality images for radiologist evaluation. The role includes educating patients about procedures and preventative breast health, maintaining patient privacy and comfort, completing documentation, performing mammography quality control, and helping maintain statistical data. The position calls for a patient-first approach, strong customer service and communication skills, and excellent mammography positioning and exposure technique. The facility is newly opened and features Hologic mammography equipment for screening, diagnostic procedures, and biopsies. The role is based at 1145 19th St. NW, Suite 101, Washington, DC, with Monday–Friday work hours. The stated hourly rate is $45.00–$55.00, commensurate with experience. A sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 may be available to currently qualified Mammography Technologists (ARRT (M)); the amount may vary based on experience, location, and qualifications. The organization describes its culture as warm, welcoming, compassionate, and clinically expert, emphasizing exceptional care for patients, families, and physicians.

Requirements

Current ARRT certification in Mammography, or eligibility to take the advanced-level examination with documentation of clinical experience.
Completion of a two-year approved School of Radiologic Technology.
Meet continuing education requirements: 15 MQSA/FDA CEUs every three years and 200 documented case numbers every two years.
Communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and employees.
Demonstrate a patient-first approach and strong customer service skills.
Use excellent mammography positioning and exposure techniques.

Nice To Haves

Experience with diagnostic procedures such as ultrasound core and stereotactic biopsies is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare for and assist the Radiologist with mammography examinations, including breast biopsies.
Produce high-quality films for radiologist evaluation.
Communicate procedures to patients and educate women about regular mammography and preventative breast health.
Maintain a patient-first focus and provide outstanding customer service.
Communicate effectively with doctors, patients, and other employees, individually and in small groups.
Consistently use excellent mammography positioning and exposure techniques.
Complete appropriate documentation.
Perform mammography-related quality control functions.
Assist with compiling and maintaining statistical data.
Promote patient privacy and comfort.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 for currently qualified Mammography Technologists, subject to experience, location, and qualifications.
Free gym access with locker rooms and showers.
Paid parking.
Modern employee kitchen and break area.
On-site secured bike storage.
Commuter benefits for public transportation.
401(k).
Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Health savings account (HSA).
Flexible spending account.
Life insurance.
Disability insurance.
Paid time off (PTO).
Paid holidays.