Mammography Technologist

Vogrinc & Short, Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Seattle is seeking a Mammography Technologist for full-time, part-time, and on-call positions. The successful candidate will perform mammography exams, ensuring adherence to quality standards and providing compassionate patient care. This role involves using sophisticated imaging equipment and conducting quality control as required by regulations.

Qualifications

• Education meeting certification and licensing requirements.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association required upon hire.
• Mammography certification required within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform mammography examinations per physician's orders.
• Ensure quality control per MQSA and FDA standards.
• Participate in team leadership and troubleshoot equipment issues.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Patient Care

Technical Proficiency

Education

WA Radiographer License

National Provider BLS Certification

National Registered Technologist - Radiography

National Registered Technologist - Mammography (within 6 months)

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