Mammography Technician

United Surgical Partners International, Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and prescrip-

Life and AD&D coverage

Short- and long-term disability

FSAs and HSAs

401(k) and retirement planning

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

United Surgical Partners International, Inc. (USPI) Houston seeks a skilled Mammography Technologist to perform high-quality digital mammography exams, ensure patient comfort and safety, and contribute to accurate diagnoses in a collaborative imaging team.

The role emphasizes adherence to protocols, patient education, and ongoing professional development to support early detection and exceptional care.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• Current ARRT (R) certification and Mammography (M) certification required.
• Texas MRT license required.
• Minimum 1 year of mammography experience preferred, but strong new graduates will be considered.
• CPR certification (BLS) required.
• Strong attention to image quality and detail.
• Excellent patient communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of radiation safety practices and mammographic positioning techniques.
• Proficiency with digital mammography equipment and PACS systems; ability to work independently and adapt to varying patient needs and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Perform digital screening and diagnostic mammograms according to physician orders and imaging protocols.
• Ensure high image quality while minimizing patient exposure to radiation.
• Maintain accurate documentation and imaging records within the EMR system.
• Provide clear instructions and compassionate support to patients before, during, and after procedures.
• Assist with patient scheduling and exam preparation as needed.
• Ensure compliance with ACR, FDA, MQSA, and state regulations.
• Maintain equipment cleanliness and functionality, reporting any issues promptly.
• Collaborate with radiologists and the broader clinical team to support workflow and diagnostic accuracy.
• Maintain continuing education requirements and stay current on mammography best practices.

Skills

Patient communication

Image quality

Radiation safety

Mammographic positioning

Independent work

BLS CPR

Education

Radiologic Technology program completion

ARRT R certification & Mammography M cert

Texas MRT license

Job description

TOPS Comprehensive Breast Centers, located in Houston, Texas, is a trusted destination for state-of-the-art breast imaging and compassionate care. We are proud to be part of United Surgical Partners International (USPI), a network of premier surgical facilities that prioritize efficiency, patient safety, and clinical excellence. Our center offers a welcoming, patient-focused environment where advanced diagnostic imaging plays a key role in women’s health.

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and patient-focused Mammography Technologist to join our team full-time. The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing high-quality digital mammography exams while ensuring patient comfort, safety, and diagnostic accuracy. You'll have the opportunity to work in a collaborative setting dedicated to early detection, quality outcomes, and exceptional patient care.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Perform digital screening and diagnostic mammograms according to physician orders and imaging protocols
• Ensure high image quality while minimizing patient exposure to radiation
• Maintain accurate documentation and imaging records within the electronic medical records system
• Provide clear instructions and compassionate support to patients before, during, and after procedures
• Assist with patient scheduling and exam preparation as needed
• Ensure compliance with ACR, FDA, MQSA, and state regulations
• Maintain equipment cleanliness and functionality, reporting any issues promptly
• Collaborate with radiologists and the broader clinical team to support workflow and diagnostic accuracy
• Maintain continuing education requirements and stay current on mammography best practices

What We Offer

As an organization, one way we care for our communities and each other is by providing a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following, subject to employment status:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Availability of short- and long-term disability
• Flexible financial benefits including FSAs and HSAs
• 401(k) and access to retirement planning
• Paid holidays and vacation

Who We Are

At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and healthcare systems to provide first-class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to providing surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner.

USPI is committed to, and proud of our inclusive culture. An inclusive culture, in our view, is respectful of differences and nurtures and supports the contributions of each individual, while also embracing and leveraging diversity. A diverse workforce, combined with an inclusive culture, makes USPI stronger and better able to meet the needs of our diverse patient and physician population.

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Required Skills

• Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program
• Current ARRT (R) certification and Mammography (M) certification required
• Texas MRT license required
• Minimum 1 year of mammography experience preferred, but strong new graduates will be considered
• CPR certification (BLS) required
• Strong attention to image quality and detail
• Excellent patient communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of radiation safety practices and mammographic positioning techniques
• Proficiency with digital mammography equipment and PACS systemsAbility to work independently and adapt to varying patient needs and schedules