Mammography Technologist

Island Hospital; Anacortes (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Extended Illness Benefits

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability Coverage

Retirement Contributions

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Employee Recognition

Job summary

Island Health in Anacortes, WA, is seeking a Mammography Technologist to join the Diagnostic Imaging team. You’ll perform mammography procedures, position patients, explain the process, monitor for safety, and deliver images to radiologists for interpretation.

The role requires ARRT certification, mammography training, MQSA knowledge, BLS, and ongoing radiology CEUs; strong patient interaction and safety focus are essential.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Formal radiologic technology training from an AMA approved school and ARRT registry/certification.
• Successful completion of mammography training course.
• Understanding of MQSA standards.
• Current ARRT and Washington State certification.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate.
• Up-to-date Radiology CEUs as required by MQSA and ARRT.

Responsibilities

• Performing mammography procedures.
• Greets patients and explains procedures.
• Positioning patient and selecting radiographic parameters.
• Observe patient for vital signs during procedure and ensure safety.
• Develop and examine radiologic images for quality and diagnostic acceptability.
• Deliver images to radiologist for reading/interpretation.
• Release patient upon examination completion.
• Evaluate equipment and supply needs; participate in maintenance and QA.
• Contribute to quality assurance and growth of imaging programs.
• Interact positively with administration, staff, patients and visitors.

Skills

Patient interaction

Safety compliance

Education

AMA approved radiologic technology program

ARRT registry/certification

Mammography training course

MQSA standards understanding

Washington State certification

BLS certification

CEUs in Radiology

Job description

At Island Health, people are at the center of everything we do. As a part of the Diagnostic Imaging team, you’ll play a vital role in supporting our mission to care for those who care for others. You’ll help create a positive and seamless experience for every team member — ensuring they feel valued, supported, and heard

• Location: Anacortes, WA, Onsite
• Schedule: 1 FTE / 40 hrs. / Sunday - Tuesday Shift
• Salary Range: $43.28 per hour – $60.59 per hour

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What you will be doing:

• Responsible for performing mammography procedures.
• Greets patients and provides explanation of procedures.
• Positions patient and adjusts equipment, selecting length and intensity for radiation exposure on individual basis. Observes patient for vital signs during procedure.
• Follows safety standards and uses radiation protection when operating radiologic equipment.
• Develops and examines radiologic images for technical quality and diagnostic acceptability.
• Delivers images to radiologist for reading/interpretation.
• Releases patient upon completion of examination.
• Evaluates and recommends equipment and supply purchase decisions.
• Follows departmental guidelines for proper maintenance of mammography equipment and appearance of related work areas.
• Develops and directs quality assurance program according to established protocols.
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• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and can identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs.
• Possesses knowledge of Continuous Quality Improvement principles and supports performance improvement.
• Must have demonstrated ability to interact positively with Administration, Directors, Managers, Supervisors, peers, co-workers, subordinates, patients and visitors.
• Must be able to place and maneuver patients in appropriate positions for operation of equipment.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology to sufficiently pinpoint area for radiography; radiology equipment and testing; safety hazards common to radiology including equipment, body mechanics, and patient movement.
• Skill in training co-workers in equipment operation and procedures; properly positioning patients to provide quality imaging; troubleshooting equipment operation and performing simple adjustments; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.
• Ability to apply written guidelines and standardized work practices; identify problems; communicate clearly.

What you will bring to the role:

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Satisfactory completion of a formal radiological technology training in an AMA approved school and meet the requirement for registry by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) or its equivalent.
• Successful completion of mammography training course.
• An understanding of the MQSA standards.
• Current ARRT and Washington State certification.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate.
• Up-to-date Radiology CEUs as is required by both MQSA and ARRT.

Make a Difference with Us

At Island Health, every role contributes to our mission of compassionate, high-quality care. Join us and help create a workplace where every team member feels valued and supported.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We believe in taking care of our people so they can take care of others. When you join Island Health, you’ll enjoy a culture that values integrity, compassion, teamwork, and growth — plus a robust benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off and Extended Illness Benefits
• Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Vested Retirement Contributions and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Programs
• Employee Recognition Events and a supportive, community-focused team