Lead Mammography Technologist-Full Time Days

Mary Washington Healthcare; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 60,614 - 89,544; Full time

Job summary

Mary Washington Healthcare in Fredericksburg, VA is seeking a Lead Mammography Technologist to oversee our mammography program and ensure MQSA and ACR compliance while supporting quality control and staff development.

The role performs screening and diagnostic mammograms and leads ongoing CQI efforts, with strong emphasis on patient safety, documentation, and collaboration across radiology teams.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology required.
• ARRT membership and ARRT (M) registry in Mammography required.
• AHA BLS Provider CPR required.
• Minimum of four years' experience with quality control testing procedures required.
• Minimum of five years' experience as an interventional mammographer required.
• Working knowledge of ACR, MQSA regulations and requirements required.
• Computer knowledge including spreadsheet software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees MIF, LLC mammography program and ensures MQSA and ACR compliance.
• Trains and onboards mammography staff and coordinators; conducts performance evaluations.
• Mentors staff and enforces quality standards; provides remedial training as needed.
• Maintains quality control procedures for all mammography equipment and conducts testing.
• Provides testing summaries to leadership on a monthly/quarterly/annual basis.
• Maintains ACR program and MQSA compliance with proper documentation.
• Develops plans for technical callbacks as part of CQI.
• Performs screening and diagnostic mammograms and related procedures.

Skills

Critical thinking

Multi-tasking

Communication

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology

ARRT (M) registry in Mammography

AHA BLS Provider CPR

Job description

Lead Mammography Technologist – Full Time Days

Start the day excited to make a difference... end the day knowing you did. Come join our team.

Commitment to Care Bonus potential for Qualifying External Candidates.

Job Summary

The Lead Mammography Technologist oversees MIF, LLC mammography program. This position is responsible for ensuring compliance with MQSA, ACR, ARRT, and state regulatory agencies and for the MIF, LLC Risk Management Program.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Assists in hiring and performance evaluations for mammography personnel and assistants, overseeing their day-to-day duties.
• Trains and onboards new and cross‑trained mammography technologists (e.g., equipment, positioning, safety, procedures) and Breast Care & Quality Coordinators.
• Mentors and holds mammographers accountable for quality standards; provides remedial training for staff with quality concerns.
• Oversees quality control procedures for all mammography imaging equipment, ensuring compliance with manufacturer, ACR, and MQSA standards. Conducts regular quality control testing (monthly, quarterly, and annually) on mammography equipment.
• Provides monthly, quarterly, semiannual, and annual quality control testing summaries to leadership.
• Maintains ACR program and MQSA compliance, ensuring proper documentation for personnel and equipment.
• Reviews and develops plans for technical callbacks as part of continuous quality improvement (CQI).
• Prepares patients and performs mammography-related procedures, including screening and diagnostic mammograms, bone densitometry, needle localizations, and stereotactic breast biopsies.
• Manages follow‑up procedures for mammography results and communicates results to patients and providers. Validates mammography result and reminder letters to ensure correct physician and patient information.
• Maintains biopsy results and certified mailings documentation. Ensures accurate reporting and filing of patient information for billing purposes.
• Maintains patient exposure evaluation program to monitor radiation safety.
• Coordinates annual preventive maintenance schedules for mammographic and DEXA equipment. Assists with equipment repairs and collaborates with service representatives.
• Ensures all state certifications for equipment are maintained and coordinates annual physicist inspections and other evaluations.
• Participates in the ACR Mammography and MSQA accreditation processes by submitting images for review.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology required.
• ARRT membership and ARRT (M) registry in Mammography required.
• AHA BLS Provider CPR required.
• Minimum of four years' experience with quality control testing procedures required.
• Minimum of five years' experience as an interventional mammographer required.
• Working knowledge of ACR, MQSA regulations and requirements required.
• Computer knowledge including spreadsheet software preferred.

MWHC will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status (EOE). We are also committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices and comply with all applicable pay transparency and pay equity laws.

Physical Requirements

Constant (67‑100% of workday) use of arms and hands; frequent (34‑66% of workday) standing, walking, sitting; occasional (0‑33% of workday) bending and squatting; ability to lift 35 lbs.; ability to push and pull up to 20 lbs.; auditory and visual skills to include color determination.

Mental Requirements

Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to multi‑task. Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi‑disciplinary team. Capacity to cope with difficult situations. Ability to tolerate irregular hours including evenings, nights, and weekends.

Environmental Requirements and Exposure Hazards

Risk of exposure to radiation and toxic chemicals. Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens; must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

For MRI Associates: Must complete MRI Associate screening and be approved to work in the MRI environment (Zones 3 & 4) at all times.

"It is the policy of Mary Washington Healthcare to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability who are applicants for employment or Associates."

Compensation Pay Range

$43.48 - $65.22