Mammographer (Hiring Immediately)

Bryan Health; Lincoln (CA, NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bryan Health in California seeks a Mammographer to perform mammography procedures under supervision of a physician. You will position patients, ensure radiation safety, and review images using PACS/HIS/RIS to support screening and diagnostic care.

Qualifications include graduation from an approved radiologic technology program and ARRT certification. The role involves collaboration across departments to ensure quality patient care and compliance with standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a radiologic technology program with ARRT certification required.
• Experience performing mammography and adhering to radiation safety standards is expected.

Responsibilities

• Perform mammography studies including screening and diagnostic procedures.
• Position patients to optimize technical factors and image quality.
• Operate mammography equipment and review images for technical quality in PACS/HIS/RIS.
• Adhere to regulatory and accreditation requirements and document appropriately.

Skills

Mammography procedures

Radiation safety

Patient positioning

Image evaluation

Education

ARRT certification

Tools

PACS

HIS

RIS

Scheduling System

Job description

Summary

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Mammographer performs mammography procedures under the supervision of a qualified physician. Uses x-ray technology and techniques to assist in the screening and diagnosis of patient medical problems for patients throughout the age continuum.

PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• 1. *Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.
• 2. *Performs all types of mammography studies to include screening, diagnostic and interventional procedures; practices radiation safety for patients, staff and self.
• 3. *Uses sterile technique as required.
• 4. *Optimally demonstrates patient anatomy through proper positioning and selection of technical factors.
• 5. *Competently operates all mammography equipment and support systems to include HIS, RIS, Scheduling System, PACS, performs and evaluates images for technical quality.
• 6. *Adheres to all state and federal regulatory requirements and accreditation (American College of Radiology) requirements; provides proper documentation for regulatory and accreditation requirements.
• 7. *Utilizes department computer systems and PACS to review patient history and provide accurate documentation of studies.
• 8. *Properly cares for and images patients of all ages; maintains patient confidentiality.
• 9. *Coordinates exams within the department and with other departments to provide expedient and complete care; communicates with medical staff, coworkers, patients, families, and other hospital staff to assure quality patient care.
• 10. *Handles telephone calls for scheduling, coordination, or questions with courtesy and accuracy.
• 11. *Participates in the departments quality improvement plan as required.
• 12. *Cleans, disinfects and maintains equipment as necessary; notifies supervisor of equipment problems and calls appropriate service vendors as needed.
• 13. *Keeps area properly supplied.
• 14. *Accesses and administers drugs and biologicals that are pertinent to essential job functions in accordance with Medical Center procedures.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Graduate of a school of radiologic technology with current certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) req