Mammography Technologist

Cleveland Clinic; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 46,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $5,000

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Fairview Hospital is seeking a Mammography Technologist to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care within a Magnet Hospital setting. You will contribute to exceptional imaging quality and safety while working in a collaborative team.

The role includes exam requisition review, precise patient positioning, image acquisition, and education, with responsibilities spanning CAD/PACS workflows, billing via RIS, compliance, and mentoring of new hires.

Qualifications

• Graduate of AMA approved Radiologic Technology program.
• ARRT(R) credential in good standing; mammography certification.
• Current state licensure required prior to employment.
• BLS certification required.
• Completion of 40 hours of mammography training.

Responsibilities

• Review requisitions and determine exam type.
• Position patients and operate mammography equipment for high-quality images.
• Review processed images for quality; request additional views as needed.
• Educate patients about procedures and equipment.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort during exams.
• Acquire, archive, transmit, and print images via CAD and PACS.
• Complete after-hours image transmission and paperwork.
• Report equipment malfunctions to help desk/PACS admin.
• Process billing via RIS and assist with policies and compliance.
• Assist with instrument calibration and quality assurance procedures.
• Perform equipment checks and notify clinical engineering of issues.
• Maintain exam room supplies and assist mentoring new hires.
• Engage in periodic in-service programs and professional development.
• Rotate through imaging modalities and locations.

Skills

Empathy and patient care

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Education

AMA approved Radiologic Technology program

ARRT Registered Radiologic Technologist

Mammography certification

Active state licensure

BLS certification

40 hours mammography training

Tools

Mammography equipment

CAD

PACS

RIS (billing system)

Job description

• This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000**

• This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000**

Join Cleveland Clinic Fairview Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Cleveland Clinic Fairview Hospital is a proud Magnet Hospital awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, the highest honor an organization can receive for professional nursing practice. On our team, you will provide stellar care at one of the top healthcare organizations in the nation.

Mammography Technologists on this team play an important role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care while creating a supportive and compassionate experience for patients throughout their visit. This role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on clinical excellence, patient safety, and exceptional imaging quality.

Successful candidates are empathetic, detail-oriented, flexible, and clinically confident, with a strong commitment to patient care and teamwork. The ideal caregiver is someone who helps patients feel comfortable and supported while contributing to a positive experience during an important preventive and diagnostic service.

A caregiver in this position works days, 7:30am—4:00pm.

• Review mammography requisition and computer exam forms to determine the type of exam required.
• Accurately position patients, determine the exposure factors, and operate mammography equipment according to established procedures to obtain a high-quality image.
• Review processed images to determine quality and the need for additional images.
• Educate patients regarding procedures, equipment, and the exam to ensure understanding and cooperation.
• Ensure patients' safety and comfort during and after the exam.
• Acquire, archive, transmit, and print images via CAD and PACS.
• Complete after-hours transmission of images and appropriate paperwork.
• Report any malfunctions to help desk and PACS Administrator.
• Process billing via RIS.
• Assist with all policies and procedures required by local, state, and federal law, and with compliance or credentialing bodies (ACR, MQSA, Medicare, Medicaid, FDA, etc.)
• Assist with instrument calibration and records to ensure compliance with quality assurance requirements.
• Perform equipment checks to assure proper function of and notify clinical engineering of any equipment malfunctions.
• Ensure exam rooms are adequately supplied with linen and related medical supplies.
• Provide teaching and mentoring to new hires and students.
• Strive to learn new technical information and skills through attendance of periodic in-service programs and participation in professional affiliation sessions.
• Rotate through all diagnostic imaging modalities, sites, and/or locations.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Graduate of an American Medical Association (AMA) approved school of Radiologic Technology
• Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. R.T.(R) (ARRT), in good standing
• Certification in Mammography: R.T.(R) (M) (ARRT)
• Current state licensure (RL) required prior to employment
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross
• Successful completion of 40 hours of mammography training

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• One year of experience as a General Radiologic Technologist

Physical Requirements:

• Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift or assist with lifting patients of varying weight and manipulate equipment daily.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $33.50

Maximum hourly: $48.50

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).