Mammography Technologist

ccf; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Health System is seeking a Mammography Technologist for the Main Campus in Cleveland. You will perform diagnostic mammography with focus on high-quality imaging, educate patients, and collaborate with radiology staff to ensure exceptional care.

The role emphasizes patient comfort, safety, teamwork, and adherence to quality standards in imaging. Training and professional development are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology.

Responsibilities

• Review requisitions and determine exam type.
• Position patients, set exposure factors, operate equipment for quality images.
• Review images for quality and need for additional images.
• Educate patients about procedures and equipment.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort during/after the exam.
• 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.
• Assist with billing via RIS.
• Support compliance with local/state/federal regulations.

Skills

Empathy

Detail-oriented

Clinical confidence

Teamwork

Education

AMA approved Radiologic Technology program

ARRT RT(R) credential

Mammography ARRT certification

State licensure

BLS certification

40 hours mammography training

Tools

PACS

RIS

CAD

Job description

Job Title

Mammography Technologist

Location

Cleveland

Facility

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

Department

Mammography-Main Campus Hospital

Job Code

D21033

Shift

Variable

Schedule

8:00am-4:30pm

Job Summary

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day.

We all have the power to help, heal and change lives - beginning with our own. That's the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One.

Job Details

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

Join Cleveland Clinic's Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

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,7:00am - 7:00pm. Rotation of Saturdays: 8:00am - 12:00pm. No holidays or on-call.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• 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.

Equal Opportunity

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.

Influenza Prevention Program:

Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.