Job Description - Mammographer (260003PL)
Mammographer - ( 260003PL )
Radiology candidates who accept a part-time or full-time position with University Hospitals are eligible for:
- Competitive hourly rate
- Enhanced PTO for candidates with 5+ years of relevant work experience
- Sign‑on bonus ($10,000 for full‑time or $5,000 for part‑time)
- Tuition reimbursement after six months
- Free parking
A Brief Overview
A Mammography Technologist performs specialized X‑ray examinations of the breast to assist in the diagnosis and monitoring of breast cancer, ensuring patient comfort and safety while accurately positioning the breast for optimal image quality, all under the direction of a radiologist; requiring a high level of technical expertise and patient care skills to produce high‑quality diagnostic images.
What You Will Do
- Perform mammography testing and procedures on patients.
- Perform quality mammograms following prescribed techniques, with minimal radiation exposure to patient and self.
- Have knowledge of MQSA, required QC procedures, and required patient outcomes tracking.
- Perform all applicable equipment quality control and accurately record all requested database / log records.
- Assist radiologists as needed.
- Consistently follow hospital and department policies and protocols, maintaining patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and facility policies.
- Take responsibility for self‑development and support the learning environment.
- Provide age‑specific care from neonates through geriatrics.
- Consistently follow hospital and department guidelines for patient identification and safety, adhering to ALARA, Image Gently, Image Wisely, and hospital mammography safety standards.
- Effectively follow directions to maintain compliance with State and Federal Agencies and align department readiness based on DNV standards.
- Display a commitment to Hospital Mission and Values.
- Maintain licensure and continuing education requirements, demonstrate the ability to work independently, and instruct students and new staff members after one year of experience.
Additional Responsibilities
- Use administrative skills to contribute to the successful operation of the department by entering and completing correct billing codes in the RIS and on patient billing sheets.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Comply with all policies and standards.
- Refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation for specific duties and responsibilities.
- Abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients, completing annual training, the UH Code of Conduct, and UH policies and procedures.
Education
- Completion of an accredited 2‑year program in a school of Radiologic Technology (Required).
Work Experience
- 1+ years as a Registered X‑ray technologist with at least one year experience preferred (Preferred).
- 1+ years as a Registered Mammography technologist with less than two years of experience (Required).
- 1+ years of proficiency at instructing students and new staff after one year of experience (Required).
- Clear knowledge of modality‑specific equipment, computers, PACS, EMR, and RIS (Required).
- Demonstrated ability to work independently (Required).
- Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems as they arise (Required).
- Clear knowledge of imaging and exam protocols (Required).
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Knowledge of X‑ray unit, computers, wheelchairs, O₂ tanks, immobilization devices, PACS, and radiology information system (Required proficiency).
- Ability to operate mammography equipment (Required proficiency).
- Knowledge of QC and MQSA standards (Required proficiency).
Licenses and Certifications
- Registered Technologist Radiography (ARRT‑R) (Required upon hire).
- Current license state of Ohio (Required upon hire).
- Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required upon hire).
- Registered Technologist Mammography (ARRT‑M) (Required within one year).
Physical Demands
- Standing frequently
- Walking frequently
- Sitting rarely
- Lifting frequently up to 50 lbs
- Carrying frequently up to 50 lbs
- Pushing frequently up to 50 lbs
- Pulling frequently up to 50 lbs
- Climbing occasionally up to 50 lbs
- Balancing occasionally
- Stooping frequently
- Kneeling frequently
- Crouching frequently
- Crawling occasionally
- Reaching frequently
- Handling frequently
- Grasping frequently
- Feeling constantly
- Talking constantly
- Hearing constantly
- Repetitive motions constantly
- Eye, hand, foot coordination constantly
Travel Requirements