Mammography Technologist

Trinity Health • Pontiac, MI

21d

About The Position

The Mammography Technologist performs diagnostic imaging functions and mammographic imaging, and assumes quality assurance and quality control responsibilities. The role requires self-motivation, independent judgment, the ability to work with minimal supervision, and empathy in high-stress situations. This is a full-time position of 40 hours per week on the day shift at Trinity Health Oakland.

The technologist performs routine and advanced breast imaging while maintaining diagnostic quality and consideration for patient comfort and tolerance. The role also supports department operations, accreditation requirements, quality programs, and activities related to women’s health.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Associate degree in Allied Health.
• Completion of a CAHEA-approved school of Radiologic Technology.
• Registered Mammography Technologist by ARRT, or registry-eligible and able to achieve Mammography certification within six months of hire.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Maintain 24 continuing education credits (CEC) in a two-year period and meet other ARRT requirements.
• Maintain 15 continuing education credits (CEC) in Mammography within a three-year period.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine breast imaging with optimum diagnostic quality while considering patient tolerance and comfort.
• Maintain compliance with Trinity Health Breast Imaging Center policies and procedures, including needle localizations, specimen imaging, patient call backs, and core biopsies.
• Perform advanced breast imaging techniques, including spot compression, magnification procedures, lesion and calcification localization, breast implant procedures, and breast specimen imaging.
• Perform and document accreditation testing requirements for agencies such as ACR, the State of Michigan, and the Mammography Quality Standards Act.
• Report problems identified through QA/QC testing to the coordinator or supervisor and document corrective actions taken.
• Participate in department meetings, orientation training, in-service programs, and quality assurance programs.
• Participate in relevant hospital committees related to women’s health.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, PTO, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability beginning on day one.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• DailyPay option to receive pay daily.
• Free parking near the workplace.
• Healthcare plan options with access to Trinity Health and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan networks, including two provider tiers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree