(Archived) Mammography Technologist

Job Description: The Mammography Technologist is responsible for operation x-ray equipment and performing diagnostic procedures. This position is critical by providing outstanding patient care and accurate and efficient results, the Mammography Technologist impacts the profitability of the organization.

• Performs mammography and/or assists with biopsies on an as needed basis;
• Practices excellent mammography positioning;
• Provides excellent patient care, communicates procedures and provides education on an as needed basis;
• effectively handles patient complaints as evidences by patient satisfaction scores;
• Follows detailed oral and written instructions and completes procedures as identified;
• Follows detailed oral and written instructions and completes procedures as identified;
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information 100% of the time.

Experience and Skills:

• Strong desire to serve patients;
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills;
• Energetic and flexible;
• Manages multiple processes with focus and accuracy;
• Works well in a fast paced, pressure oriented environment;
• Well organized and detail oriented;
• Follows direction with focused attention;
• Exhibits sounds judgment;
• Maintains a calm, tactful demeanor when dealing with difficult situations;
• Forms strong working relationships within team;
• Identifies additional tasks to be completed and willingly assists others;
• Prior experience with RIS/PACS and Penrad, preferred;
• Completion of a formal radiologic technology training program;
• Understands and communicated medical terminology;
• Current non-restricted licensure in state of work location required;
• Current certification by ARRT in Mammography or MQSA qualified to take ARRT advanced level exam in mammography with documentation of clinical experience;
• High School Diploma: Associates degree preferred;
• Must possess non-restricted licensure in state work location;
• Knowledge of database software, Sectra RIS/PACS software is preferred;
• Needs to be able to stand for long periods of time;
• Two years of experience in mammography is preferred;
• Experience with diagnostic procedures such as ultrasound core and stereotactic biopsies is preferred;
• Prior quality control experience preferred.