Mammographer. South Euclid

University Hospitals; Euclid (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Enhanced PTO for 5+ years experience

Sign-on bonus

Loan repayment may be available

Tuition reimbursement after six months

Career ladder progression

Free parking

Job summary

University Hospitals in Ohio is seeking a skilled Mammography technologist to join the UH Mammography team. You will perform mammography testing and procedures, educate patients about imaging, and ensure accurate positioning and image quality while following radiation safety protocols.

You will work with healthcare professionals to support early detection and diagnosis, maintain patient privacy, and uphold hospital policies.

Qualifications

• Performs mammography testing and procedures for patients.
• Knowledge of MQSA and required QC procedures.
• Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality per HIPAA.
• Adheres to ALARA and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Performs mammography procedures with accuracy and minimal radiation exposure.
• Assists radiologists as needed and follows department policies.
• Records all requested database/log records accurately.
• Maintains readiness and compliance with State and Federal agencies.

Skills

Mammography procedures

MQSA knowledge

Quality control procedures

HIPAA privacy compliance

Patient safety

Tools

Mammography equipment QC

Job description

By joining the mammography team, you will perform examinations to help detect and diagnose breast disease, including breast cancer. You will have the opportunity to educate patients on procedures, properly position patients to obtain accurate images, and follow established imaging and radiation safety protocols. Working collaborating with healthcare professionals, you will help with early detection and diagnosis.

Why choose UH Mammography as a career choice?

• 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)
• Loan repayment may be available for new grad talent only
• Tuition reimbursement after six months
• Career Ladder Progression
• Free Parking

What You Will Do

• Performs mammography testing and procedures for patients.
• Performs quality mammograms following prescribed techniques, with minimal radiation exposure to patients and self.
• Knowledge of MQSA, required QC procedures, and required patient outcomes tracking.
• Able to perform all applicable equipment quality control.
• Accurately records all requested database / log records
• Assists radiologists as needed.
• Consistently follows hospital and department policies and protocols,
• Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with privacy laws (HIPPA) and facility policies.
• Takes responsibility for self-development and supports learning environment.
• Provides age-specific care to neonates through geriatrics.
• Consistently follows hospital and department guidelines for patient identification and safety.
• Adheres to ALARA, Image Gently and Image Wisely standards
• Adheres to hospital mammography safety standards
• Effectively follows directions to maintain compliance with State and Federal Agencies.
• Effectively follows directions to maintain department readiness based on DNV standards.
• Displays a commitment to Hospital Mission and Values
• Maintains licensure and continuing education requirements.
• Must demonstrate the ability to work independently.
• Proficient at instructing students and new staff members after 1 year experience.

Additional Responsibilities

• Uses 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.