Mammographer - Radiology

Health Here; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Here in Lincoln, Nebraska is seeking a Mammographer to perform mammography procedures under supervision, ensuring safety and accuracy across patients. The role requires ARRT radiography certification and upcoming mammography certification.

You will operate mammography equipment, maintain image quality in PACS/RIS/HIS, follow regulatory standards, assist with scheduling, and contribute to quality improvement while providing compassionate patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a radiologic technology program with ARRT certification; mammography certification within six months of eligibility.
• Valid state radiographer license and CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts mammography studies, including screening, diagnostic, and interventional procedures, ensuring radiation safety.
• Uses sterile techniques when required and optimally positions patients to demonstrate anatomy effectively.
• Operates mammography equipment and support systems such as HIS, RIS, PACS, and evaluates image quality.
• Follows regulatory and accreditation standards, maintaining proper documentation.
• Utilizes computer systems to review patient history and document studies accurately.
• Cares for patients of all ages, maintaining confidentiality and coordinating exams within the department.
• Handles scheduling and communication with staff, patients, and families courteously.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives, maintains equipment, and ensures proper supplies.
• Administers drugs and biologicals as per procedures and reports equipment issues promptly.

Skills

Mammography

Radiology

Patient care

CPR certification

Education

ARRT radiography certification

Mammography certification within six months

Tools

PACS

RIS

HIS

Job description

Summary

Role Overview:
The Mammographer performs mammography procedures under supervision, utilizing x-ray technology for screening and diagnosing patients across all ages.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducts various mammography studies, including screening, diagnostic, and interventional procedures, ensuring radiation safety.
• Uses sterile techniques when required and optimally positions patients to demonstrate anatomy effectively.
• Operates mammography equipment and support systems such as HIS, RIS, PACS, and evaluates image quality.
• Follows regulatory and accreditation standards, maintaining proper documentation.
• Utilizes computer systems to review patient history and document studies accurately.
• Cares for patients of all ages, maintaining confidentiality and coordinating exams within the department.
• Handles scheduling and communication with staff, patients, and families courteously.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives, maintains equipment, and ensures proper supplies.
• Administers drugs and biologicals as per procedures and reports equipment issues promptly.

Qualifications & Skills

• Graduate of a radiologic technology program with ARRT certification; mammography certification within six months of eligibility.
• Valid state radiographer license and CPR certification required.