Mammography Technologist

Confidential; Parker (CO); On-site; USD 84,032 - 117,645; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

UCHealth in Aurora, Colorado is seeking a Radiologic Technologist focused on Mammography to perform screening and diagnostic imaging in a fast-paced department. You will review orders, prepare patients, administer contrast when appropriate, ensure MQSA compliance, and maintain equipment with quality control, while delivering compassionate patient care and adhering to safety standards.

Join a collaborative team that supports professional development and provides robust benefits and tuition

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technologist program.
• Registered RT and ARRT Mammography certification (ARRT‑M) or ARRT‑R with provisional mammographer and ARRT‑M within 12 months.
• State licensure if required by law.
• BLS through AHA or Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer; card in hand before start date.
• BLS/CPR card valid through sixty days after hire.

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient history and physician orders; schedules and educates patients about procedures, equipment, and exams.
• Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice when ordered.
• Monitors patient condition continually and reports changes as appropriate.
• Assists physician with interventional procedures including fine needle aspiration and needle localization.
• Prepares equipment; selects exposure factors and imaging parameters.
• Implements safety standards and performs quality control procedures on equipment.
• Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions and reports as necessary.
• Ensures compliance with MQSA regulations.
• Positions patient and performs imaging; analyzes results and addresses image quality issues.
• Enters, transmits, and reports scan results; maintains patient care standards.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Minimal supervision

Fast-paced environment

Education

ARRT Radiologic Technologist

ARRT Mammography certification (ARRT‑M)

State licensure (where required)

BLS / CPR certification

Job description

Location

UCHealth, Anschutz Outpatient Pavilion, Aurora, CO, US

Department

Radiology Mammography

Work Schedule

Full Time, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)

Shift: Days

Pay

$40.40 - $56.56 / hour, dependent on applicant’s relevant experience

Summary

Performs mammography procedures in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient history, physician’s orders, and performs scheduling. Educates the patient regarding procedures, equipment, and exam to ensure 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.
• Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.
• Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.
• Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
• Participates in ensuring compliance with the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) regulations.
• Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results.
• Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including re‑positioning patient and repeating the procedure.
• Enters, transmits, and reports scan results.
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a fast‑paced environment and take appropriate action.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technologist program.
• Registered as a Radiologic Technologist (RT) and certified in Mammography (M) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or ARRT‑R plus State Provisional Mammographer registration and ARRT‑M within 12 months.
• State licensure if required by law.
• BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in hand before start date.
• BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Access to 24/7 mental health and well‑being support for employees and dependents.
• Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
• Free Care.com membership.
• Voluntary benefits including accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
• Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI) and leaves of absence.
• Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with optional buy‑up coverage options.
• Employer-provided short‑term disability and long‑term disability with optional buy‑up coverage.
• 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
• Additional 457(b) plan may be available.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day‑care; health savings account available when enrolled in a high‑deductible medical plan.
• Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees.
• Up to $10,000/year pre‑paid by UCHealth or $5,250/year tuition reimbursement for other programs.
• Access to LinkedIn Learning and internal professional development opportunities.
• Free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

Equal Opportunity Employment

UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual’s race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.