Mammography Technologist

Abacus Search Staffing; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical staffing agency is seeking a Mammography Technologist in Seattle. This full-time, part-time, and on-call position requires performing mammography examinations, ensuring quality imaging and patient interaction. Candidates must have relevant certifications and licenses, demonstrating proficiency in specialized radiographic techniques.

Qualifications

• Upon hire: WA Radiographer License.
• Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association.
• Upon hire: National Registered Technologist - Radiography.
• Within 6 months of hire: National Registered Technologist - Mammography.

Responsibilities

• Perform mammography examinations according to physicians' orders.
• Produce high quality radiographic images while interacting with patients.
• Participate in quality control activities under MQSA and FDA standards.

Education

Education to meet certification, license or registration requirement

Job description

This department has full-time, part-time, and on-call openings and is hiring for all three. Flexibility to match your scheduling needs.

Performs mammography examinations according to physicians' orders, utilizing a variety of sophisticated mammography equipment, taking into account individual patient's special or age-related needs. Utilizes knowledge and judgment in regard to imaging factors, imaging technique, and patient treatment needed to produce optimal images.

This position is required to perform a variety of radiological technical procedures specific to the diagnosis and treatment of breast disease in an outpatient setting, either fixed or mobile, functioning in a lead capacity. Responsible for producing high quality radiographic images while interacting with all patients in a caring and comforting manner. Responsible for performing required quality control activities as mandated by the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) and the FDA either as designated Quality Control technologist as under their direction. Responsible for the effective delivery of clinical and technical departmental operations on a daily basis. Participates and is engaged in a team leadership framework, maintaining a positive approach and attitude. Responsible for troubleshooting and escalation of service requests for equipment repair.

Required qualifications :

• Education to meet certification, license or registration requirement.
• Upon hire : WA Radiographer License
• Upon hire : National Provider BLS - American Heart Association
• Upon hire : National Registered Technologist - Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
• Within 6 months (180 days) of hire : National Registered Technologist - Mammography