Mammography Tech: Precision Imaging, Part-Time

IHA; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 38,572 - 49,593; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Great benefits

Health Insurance Coverage

Learning Environment

Excellent Team

Job summary

Trinity Health Of New England in Hartford, CT, is seeking a Mammography Technologist to detect breast tissue abnormalities by performing mammographic imaging studies for diagnostic evaluation. The role involves greeting patients, obtaining consent, positioning, compression, exposure control, and ensuring high-quality images while minimizing patient anxiety.

Qualifications include ARRT and Mammography certification, CT radiologic licensure, and at least 3 years’ experience in mammography;

Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized program in Radiologic Technology; Associates Degree or above required.
• Connecticut Radiology license.
• ARRT and Mammography Certified.
• Minimum 3 years working experience in the mammography modality preferred in an acute care setting.

Responsibilities

• Greets patients by confirming patient identification; reviewing imaging request; checking for special instructions; confirming anticipated service with patients.
• Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of imaging procedures explaining equipment; answering questions.
• Conducts mammography study by positioning breasts; adjusting compression mechanisms instructing patient to hold breath; retreating to lead protected area; adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors; activating equipment to take image; releasing compression mechanisms.
• Maintains production and quality of mammograms by following established standards and procedures; observing mammogram results; determining necessary adjustments for optimum results; retaking mammograms as required; forwarding completed.

Skills

Mammography experience

Education

Associate's Degree or above in Radiologic Technology

Job description

Trinity Health Of New England in Hartford, CT, is seeking a Mammography Technologist to detect breast tissue abnormalities by performing mammographic imaging studies for diagnostic evaluation. The role involves greeting patients, obtaining consent, positioning, compression, exposure control, and ensuring high-quality images while minimizing patient anxiety.

Qualifications include ARRT and Mammography certification, CT radiologic licensure, and at least 3 years’ experience in mammography;