Contingent Mammography Technologist

Togetherwomenshealth; Royal Oak (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great benefits

Career-building opportunity

Job summary

Together Women's Health Imaging Center is seeking a Contingent Registered Mammography Technologist to join their team in Royal Oak, Michigan. This position offers an exciting opportunity to expand your career while providing high-quality mammography services.

The ideal candidate must possess a mammography certification and have a strong background in patient positioning and imaging techniques. Experience in stereotactic biopsies and breast ultrasounds is a plus. The role includes responsibilities such as ensuring patient cooperation, maintaining a safe environment, and managing multiple patient interactions.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a school of Radiologic Technology, registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• Mammography certification required.
• Two – Three years of mammography experience preferred.
• Basic computer literacy for data entry and records maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by following standard procedures.
• Gain patient cooperation by providing explanations and support.
• Assess complex patient needs for optimal imaging.
• Use technical skills to position patients and operate equipment.

Skills

Patient positioning

Communication

Technical decision making

Organizational skills

Education

Graduate of a school of Radiologic Technology

Mammography certification

Tools

Imaging equipment

Computer applications for data entry

Job description

Overview

Together Women's Health Imaging Center has an immediate opportunity for a Contingent Registered Mammography Technologist. Expand your horizons in a “career-building” position as a member of Together Women's Health Imaging Center’s growing team of imaging professionals.

Experience in stereotactic biopsies, needle localizations, and breast ultrasound given special consideration. Great benefits, salary based on experience.

Some Saturday morning availability is needed.

We are excited to hear your personal and professional career goals soon!

Responsibilities

• A strong working knowledge of patient positioning/technical factors
• Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties, providing explanations of imaging procedures, explaining equipment, and answering questions
• The ability to assess complex patient needs
• Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following, and enforcing standard procedures
• Practice good clinical decision making and problem-solving skills

Qualifications

• Graduate of a school of Radiologic Technology, registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
• Mammography certification required
• Must meet ARRT(R)(M) requirements for exam counts and CME
• Two – Three years of mammography experience preferred
• Familiarity with ACR/FDA accreditation practices and regulations required
• Ability to accurately position the patient for imaging according to ACR standards
• Utilize techniques to physically manipulate and apply accessories to produce desired images
• Ability to select technical factors and operate imaging equipment to produce quality diagnostic images
• Must have at least one year of experience with both screening and diagnostic mammography
• Use of beam‑restricting devices, patient shielding, assessment and implementation of appropriate exposure factors to minimize radiation exposure
• Basic computer literacy and applications for data entry and records maintenance
• Ability to recognize life‑threatening conditions and implement basic life‑sustaining actions
• Maintain BLS certification
• Strong organizational skills; must be able to manage and prioritize multiple workstreams and patient interactions simultaneously
• Exhibit behavior which emphasizes quality, loyalty, conscientiousness, and professionalism
• Physical ability to stand, walk, bend, lift 20 lbs throughout the day
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact with patients and team members in a professional and caring manner