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 the diagnosis and treatment of breast disease. The technologist ensures adherence to federal, state, and institutional regulations and provides compassionate, patient-centered care in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment. This role performs screening and diagnostic mammography, including tomosynthesis, and assists radiologists with interventional breast procedures. The technologist also prepares and positions patients, maintains quality control and documentation, evaluates and transmits images, maintains equipment and supplies, and follows radiation protection and infection control protocols.
Requirements
- Graduate of an AMA/J.C.E.R.T.-approved program in Radiologic Technology.
- Current New York State Radiologic Technologist License in Diagnostic Radiography.
- ARRT Certification in Radiography (R).
- ARRT Certification in Mammography (M), or obtain it within 6 months of hire.
- BLS certification.
- Minimum 1–2 years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist.
Nice To Haves
- One year of mammography experience, including screening and diagnostic mammography.
- Experience in a hospital-based or breast imaging center setting.
- Experience with digital mammography, tomosynthesis, and PACS/RIS systems.
Responsibilities
- Perform screening and diagnostic mammography, including tomosynthesis (3D mammography), following ACR, MQSA, and hospital protocols.
- Assist radiologists with interventional breast procedures, including stereotactic core biopsies, ultrasound-guided biopsies, needle localizations, and cyst aspirations.
- Prepare and position patients for mammographic procedures.
- Perform daily, weekly, monthly, and semi-annual mammography quality control functions to ensure compliance with MQSA and ACR.
- Provide patients with education about imaging procedures, the area to be imaged, and any specific 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 shifts, including removing soiled or dirty linen.
- Maintain necessary supplies and accessories in the radiographic room.
- Accurately enter required patient tracking information into 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 required 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
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
