Mammography Technologist

Advocate Health; Town of Hartford (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Wisconsin is seeking a skilled Radiologic Technologist to perform high-quality radiographic and mammographic exams. The ideal candidate will have experience in radiologic technology and a commitment to patient care and safety. Responsibilities include patient positioning, quality control, and maintaining safety standards. Join a dynamic team focused on delivering exceptional healthcare services.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of radiologic technology experience; mammography experience preferred.
• Knowledge of radiography services; outpatient experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Determining appropriate radiographic techniques and positioning patients for exams.
• Ensuring radiographic exams adhere to standards for interpretation.
• Coordinating patient flow and paperwork to minimize waiting times.

Skills

Radiography

Mammography

Patient Care

Quality Control

Education

Graduate of AMA-approved Radiologic Technology program

Job description

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Major Responsibilities

• Determination of appropriate radiographic/mammographic technique and positioning of the patient for specified exams.
• Positioning patient and operating equipment to ensure radiography/mammography of designated body parts as specified by the physician.
• Determining appropriate radiographic/mammographic techniques based on anatomy and patient’s condition to obtain high-quality images.
• Securing patient history regarding the reason for the test and recording it for radiologist review.
• Labeling radiographic films according to department standards.
• Processing radiographs according to manufacturer specifications.

Additional Responsibilities

• Ensuring radiographic exams adhere to standards for interpretation.
• Preparing radiology jackets and folders; making prior films available when appropriate.
• Preparing information for radiology billing, including history and technologist initials.
• Loading and unloading rolloscope for radiologist reading, ensuring exams are interpreted within 24 hours.

Quality Control & Safety

• Understanding and performing required quality control tests.
• Checking sensitometry films prior to patient exams.
• Collecting data according to ACR/FDA standards.
• Reporting equipment malfunctions and maintaining service records.
• Maintaining a safe environment by adhering to safety standards, ensuring cleanliness, maintaining CPR certification, and participating in safety training.

Patient Care & Department Operations

• Coordinating patient flow and paperwork to minimize waiting times.
• Adapting processes as needed for departmental needs.
• Following proper communication etiquette and participating in team problem-solving.
• Assisting colleagues and performing clerical functions.

Supply Management

• Monitoring and maintaining adequate supply levels and organizing work areas.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Graduate of AMA-approved Radiologic Technology program.
• Minimum of three years of radiologic technology experience; mammography experience preferred.
• Knowledge of radiography services; outpatient experience preferred.

Certifications & Licensing

• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Mammography (RTM).
• Licensed by the Illinois Department of Nuclear Safety (IDNS).

Physical & Working Conditions

• Exposure to hazardous materials and life-threatening diseases.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds, work in a fast-paced environment, and work rotating shifts.
• Ability to transport objects and handle patients safely.