MAMMOGRAPHY TECHNOLOGIST

Description

Job Title

Mammography Technologist 

Department

Mammography

Reports to

Mammography/Dexa Modality Manager

Status

Full Time/Non-Exempt

Mammography Technologist Position Summary

The Mammography Technologist is responsible for performing high-quality mammographic imaging procedures to aid in the detection and diagnosis of breast disease. This role includes preparing and positioning patients, operating mammography equipment, and ensuring accurate image acquisition while maintaining a compassionate and professional approach to patient care. The technologist also assists with interventional breast procedures, performs bone density and general X-ray exams as needed, and supports administrative tasks such as image management and patient follow-up.

This position requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety, quality, and patient education. The technologist must be flexible to work at multiple locations and varied shifts, and demonstrate a proactive, team-oriented mindset. A focus on continuous learning, excellent communication, and delivering “World Class Customer Service” is essential to success in this role.

Mammography Technologist Detailed Responsibilities

• Prepares and positions patient for mammography procedures.
• Explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
• Moves imaging equipment into specified position determines exposure factors based on patient characteristics and adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors and produce images of proper detail, density, and accuracy.
• Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff.
• Processes images and reviews for proper identification and quality control.
• Explains purpose and procedures for breast self-examination to patients and answers patients' questions.
• Prepares images for reading by radiologist or requesting physician.
• Completes work in RIS and PACS.
• Performs routine maintenance, diagnoses malfunctions, and makes minor repairs on radiologic equipment, arranging for repairs as needed.
• Protocol schedules, obtains and reviews previous mammograms, makes follow-up calls, and performs other administrative tasks as necessary.
• Completes forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed.
• Prepare and assist with Interventional procedures to include handling of specimens and completing lab forms. 
• Performs Stereotactic procedures, Bone Density procedures and X-ray procedures when needed or required.
• Must be flexible to work at multiple locations and varied shifts.
• Demonstrates a commitment to “World Class Customer Service” and promotes a positive work environment. 
• File room tasks up to including uploading CD’s, SHS images, digitizing films and creating loan requests
• Other duties may be assigned.

Mammography Technologist Specific Job Knowledge, Skill, and Ability

• Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Communicates changes and progress.
• Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
• Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions.
• Writes clearly and informatively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Follows policies and procedures. Uses time efficiently.
• Exhibits sound and accurate judgment. Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles.
• Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner. Is consistently at work and on time.
• Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adapts to changes in the work environment; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments.
• Seeks increased responsibilities; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed. Displays original thinking and creativity; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas.

 Among the many benefits of a career with Southwest Medical Imaging, are the following:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA-available if enrolled in a high-deductible plan)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts (DCRA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP available if enrolled in Health plan)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company Paid Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Voluntary Short Disability 
• Company Paid Long-Term Disability
• Pet Discount Program
• 6 paid Company Holidays 
• Floating Holiday, Jury Duty & Bereavement Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Competitive Salary
• Leadership Mentoring Opportunities

Requirements

Education and/or Experience

Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two year college or technical school

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• MRTBE (CMT & CRT)
• ARRT - (R) (M) board certification must be obtained in Mammography
• CPR

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.