Mammography Tech

Saint Michael's Medical Center; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 50,668 - 65,353; Full time

Job summary

Saint Michael's Medical Center in Newark, NJ seeks a Mammography Technologist (ARRT Mammo) to perform screening and diagnostic mammography in an acute care hospital. You will ensure high-quality breast imaging, comply with ACR, state and federal regulations, and collaborate with the team.

Responsibilities include image processing, PACS transmission, QC activities, and maintaining equipment. A supportive, patient-centered approach is essential in a fast-paced radiology department.

Qualifications

• Licensure and fluoroscopy permit as required by the State.
• ARRT Mammo certification in two modalities required (as of 2017).
• Current BCLS (AHA).
• Familiar with State and Federal regulations.
• One year of acute clinical radiography preferred.
• Graduate of a JRCERT-accredited program.
• Proficient computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform mammography exams per department protocol.
• Ensure accurate image acquisition, processing, and PACS transmission.
• Provide compassionate, patient-centered care.
• Participate in QC/PI activities and ACR compliance.
• Maintain mammography equipment and department supplies.
• Escalate equipment or service issues to leadership.

Skills

Mammography

PACS

Computer skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

JRCERT-accredited radiography program

Tools

PACS

Job description

Job Details

Location: Newark, New Jersey

Department: Radiology Diagnostic

Status: Full‑time (8‑hour schedule)

Shift: Day Shift

Overview

Saint Michael's Medical Center is seeking a Mammography Technologist (ARRT Mammo) to perform screening and diagnostic mammography in an acute care hospital setting. The Mammo Tech / Radiologic Technologist will provide exceptional patient care, ensure high-quality breast imaging, and maintain compliance with ACR, state, and federal regulations. The role includes image processing, PACS transmission, quality control, and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Perform mammography exams per department protocol.
• Ensure accurate image acquisition, processing, and PACS transmission.
• Provide compassionate, patient‑centered care.
• Participate in QC/PI activities and ACR compliance.
• Maintain mammography equipment and department supplies.
• Escalate equipment or service issues to leadership.

Qualifications

• Licensure and fluoroscopy permit as required by the State.
• Effective July 1, 2017 appropriate national certifications in two modalities required.
• Current BCLS (AHA).
• Must be familiar with State and Federal regulations.
• One year of acute clinical radiography preferred.
• Graduate of a program accredited by JRCERT.
• Proficient computer skills.

Pay Transparency

Saint Michaels Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. Benefits may vary based on collective bargaining agreement requirements and/or the employment status, i.e. full‑time or part‑time. The current compensation range for this role is $36.78 to $47.44 per hour. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf