Mammography Technologist

Lifepoint Health; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Tuition assistance and 401(k) matching

Wellness programs with gym memberships

Ongoing learning and career development

Job summary

Memorial Physician Practices in Las Cruces, New Mexico, is seeking a skilled Mammography Technologist to enhance patient care through advanced imaging techniques. This role requires a graduate of a radiology program, ARRT registry, and state license.

The successful candidate will monitor patients, perform imaging procedures, and ensure compliance with safety standards while providing comprehensive care. The benefits include medical coverage, financial protection, and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited radiology program.
• ARRT registry and state license required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Review patient history and physician's orders.
• Prepare and administer contrast media and medications.
• Monitor patient condition and report changes.
• Assist physician in interventional procedures.
• Perform imaging procedures and special tests.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards.
• Analyze results and resolve imaging quality issues.

Skills

Patient history review

Patient education

Contrast media administration

Monitoring patient condition

Imaging procedures

Quality control procedures

Compliance with MQSA

Image quality analysis

Education

Graduate of a radiology program

ARRT registry

State license

BLS certification

Job description

Mammography Technologist

Memorial Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others.

How you'll contribute

• Reviews patient history and physician's orders. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
• When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.
• Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
• May assist physician with performing interventional procedures including fine needle aspiration and needle localization.
• Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.
• Prepares equipment and supplies. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
• Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s), biopsies, stereotactic and special procedures.
• Participates in ensuring compliance with the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) regulations and applicable accreditations.
• Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results. Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure.
• Enters, transmits and reports scan results.
• Keeps current with BiRad and follow-ups on all patients.

Why join us

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well‑being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

Applicants should be a graduate of a radiology program. Additional requirements include:

• License/Certifications:
  • ARRT registry and state license required
  • BLS required

Connect with a Recruiter

Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Tara by emailing [e-mail].

EEOC Statement

Memorial Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Memorial Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.