Mammography Tech: Expert Breast Imaging & Patient Care

Brown University Health; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 54,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health is seeking a Radiologic Technologist (Mammography) to perform screening and diagnostic mammograms and routine radiology exams for patients of all ages. The role emphasizes compassionate patient care, accuracy in data entry, and adherence to safety standards.

The ideal candidate will be ARRT registered with mammography credentials or registry-eligible and hold a Rhode Island radiographer license, plus CPR certification.

Qualifications

• High school graduation and formal radiologic technology training (2 years).
• ARRT registration required; mammography registry eligible with plan to obtain within 1 year.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Interviews patients to obtain medical history and enters data into mammography system.
• Differentiates screening vs diagnostic mammograms based on clinical indication and patient history; consults Radiologist when necessary.
• Performs views for screening and diagnostic mammography: CC, MLO, oblique, coned down compression, magnification, and other views as requested.
• Sets up room using aseptic techniques for special exams; assists radiologists in breast localizations using sterile technique.
• Performs and documents QA/QC tests as mandated; reviews image quality and reports equipment problems to lead technologist.
• Maintains patient flow, coordinates with mammo team to optimize schedule and keeps inventory of supplies.

Skills

ARRT registered

Mammography registry

Rhode Island license

Education

Radiologic tech training

Rhode Island Radiographer license

CPR certification

Job description

Brown University Health is seeking a Radiologic Technologist (Mammography) to perform screening and diagnostic mammograms and routine radiology exams for patients of all ages. The role emphasizes compassionate patient care, accuracy in data entry, and adherence to safety standards.

The ideal candidate will be ARRT registered with mammography credentials or registry-eligible and hold a Rhode Island radiographer license, plus CPR certification.