Imaging Technologist II - Mammography

UNC Health Care; Glenn Brook (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health Care is seeking an Imaging Technologist - Mammography to perform breast X-ray imaging and ensure safe, effective use of equipment. The role includes interviewing patients, selecting imaging protocols, and maintaining accurate EMR and PACS records.

Required credentials include an accredited Radiologic Science program, 5 years in clinical imaging with 3 years in mammography, and ARRt-M certification. BLS is required; EPIC EMR experience is preferred. Join a team focused on quality care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Science program.
• Five (5) years of experience in a clinical imaging role, with three (3) years in mammography.
• Advanced certification in Mammography (ARRT‑M).
• Good understanding of human anatomy gained through education or experience.
• Experience performing stereotactic guided breast biopsies and/or contrast enhanced mammography.
• Experience reading and interpreting radiology orders.
• Experience working with a Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and performs radiological (X-ray) imaging of the breast (mammography).
• Reads and comprehends imaging orders and selects appropriate scanning protocols and imaging parameters.
• Interviews patients to understand risk factors for safety.
• Guides patients through examinations, explaining the exam and calming the patient.
• Uploads imaging results into PACS and records information into EMR systems.
• Precepts entry-level staff and orients new colleagues; collaborates on patient flow.

Skills

Mammography

ARRT-M

PACS

Stereotactic Biopsies

Radiology Orders

BLS

Anatomy Knowledge

EPIC EMR

Education

Accredited Radiologic Science program

Tools

PACS

EPIC EMR

Job description

Description

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

Summary

Using radiological (X-ray) imaging equipment and standards, the Imaging Technologist - Mammography prepares and performs procedures and tests used to acquire and analyze patient diagnostic data under close to moderate supervision. By interviewing and preparing patients with an in-depth understanding of the equipment and procedures, this role ensures effective, safe use of this equipment and drives optimal care outcomes. As an experienced imaging technologist, this team member will work under minimal supervision and exercise independent judgment in the performance of their role.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and performs radiological (X-ray) imaging of the breast (mammography).
• Reads and comprehends imaging order, engaging with physician when order is unclear, complex or warrants deeper review. Selects appropriate scanning protocols and imaging parameters using knowledge of human anatomy.
• Interviews patients to understand risk factors that may warrant a more in-depth examination for safety.
• Guides patients, some distressed, through their examination, applying subject matter expertise and cultural competency to explain the exam. Sets expectations and calms patient for effective imaging.
• Uploads imaging results into Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS). Records information into Electronic Medical Recordkeeping (EMR) system.
• Precepts entry-level staff and orients new colleagues as assigned. Collaborates to plan the workday and patient flow with colleagues.

Required

• Graduate of an accredited program in Radiological Science
• Five (5) years of experience working in a clinical imaging role, three (3) years of which must be specifically in mammography.
• Advanced certification in Mammography (ARRT‑M) with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
• Good understanding of human anatomy – can be established through education or experience
• Experience performing stereotactic guided breast biopsies and/or contrast enhanced mammography
• Experience reading and interpreting radiology orders
• Experience working with a Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Preferred

• Experience working with EPIC EMR

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.