Mammographer Tech

About the job Mammographer Tech

Mammographer - Full-Time, Direct Hire

Position Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced and compassionate Mammographer with a strong background in diagnostic mammography to join their team. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of professional mammography experience, excluding externship hours, and demonstrate proficiency in performing high-quality diagnostic breast imaging while providing excellent patient care.

Breast certification is required, or candidates must be eligible and able to obtain certification quickly. This is a full-time, direct-hire opportunity offering competitive compensation, excellent benefits, paid time off, and a continuing medical education (CME) allowance.

Schedule & Compensation

• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
• Employment Type: Full-time, direct hire
• Compensation: $40+/hour, depending on experience
• Benefits: Excellent benefits package, paid time off (PTO), and continuing medical education (CME) allowance

Key Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic mammograms and other mammography procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and safety standards.
• Obtain high-quality diagnostic images using appropriate techniques, equipment, and positioning.
• Independently perform mammography procedures using sound clinical judgment, technical expertise, and initiative.
• Prepare imaging equipment and position patients accurately to ensure optimal image quality.
• Provide safe, age-appropriate, and compassionate patient care throughout the imaging process.
• Apply knowledge of breast anatomy and pathology to support accurate diagnostic imaging.
• Follow radiation safety protocols and maintain compliance with applicable regulatory and departmental standards.
• Assess image quality and make necessary adjustments to ensure diagnostic accuracy.
• Communicate effectively with patients, providers, and members of the healthcare team.
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow established imaging procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Radiologic Technology.
• Current ARRT registration.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of professional mammography experience, excluding externship experience, with substantial diagnostic mammography experience strongly preferred.
• Advanced ARRT certification in Mammography or eligibility to obtain the required breast certification quickly.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association.
• Demonstrated competency in mammography techniques, patient positioning, exposure factors, and radiation protection.
• Strong understanding of breast anatomy and pathology and their impact on diagnostic image quality.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to understand and communicate effectively in written and spoken English.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and deliver high-quality patient care.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically proficient, and patient-focused, with a strong commitment to diagnostic imaging excellence. Candidates should be comfortable performing diagnostic mammograms independently and working collaboratively with providers to support timely, accurate patient care.