Mammography Technologist

SimonMed; Tucson (AZ); In loco; USD 30.000 - 47.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

SimonMed in Tucson, AZ is seeking a qualified Mammography Technologist to perform screening and diagnostic exams, ensuring patient comfort and high image quality. The successful candidate will work in a patient-focused environment with emphasis on safety and equipment performance.

The position requires ARRT certifications (R and M), MQSA compliance, and BLS. It is a part-time float role with opportunities to mentor students and maintain ongoing professional development in radiology.

Competenze

• Associate degree or equivalent from an accredited radiologic technology program.
• ARRT certification in Radiography (R) required.
• Advanced ARRT Mammography (M) certification required.
• Current state radiologic technologist license if applicable.
• Minimum 1 year mammography experience preferred.
• Current BLS certification.
• MQSA compliance with 15 breast CEU's every 3 years.
• Mammography training documentation including 25 signed-off exams.

Mansioni

• Perform screening and diagnostic mammography examinations per protocols.
• Position patients accurately with proper compression and comfort.
• Set exposure parameters to optimize image quality while minimizing dose (ALARA).
• Operate and maintain mammography equipment.
• Monitor image quality and document/label images correctly.
• Verify patient identity and explain procedures clearly.
• Maintain radiation safety and infection control standards.
• Perform quality assurance activities.
• Provide hands-on training and mentorship to students during clinical rotations.

Conoscenze

Mammography procedures

Patient positioning

Radiation safety ALARA

RIS/PACS proficiency

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Professional development

Formazione

Associate degree in radiologic technology

ARRT Radiography (R)

ARRT Mammography (M)

State license (if applicable)

BLS certification

MQSA CEU 15/3 years

Tomography training documentation

25 sign-off mammography exams

Strumenti

RIS

PACS

Descrizione del lavoro

• Location 1845 West Orange Grove Road,Bldg 5, #103,Tucson, AZ, 85704,United States
• Job Category Technologist
• Employee Type Part-Time Float

Description

Job Duties:

• Perform screening and diagnostic mammography examinations in compliance with ACR, MQSA, and facility protocols.
• Position patients accurately and ensure proper breast compression to obtain optimal imaging results while ensuring patient comfort and dignity.
• Select appropriate exposure parameters for optimal image quality while minimizing patient radiation dose using the ALARA Principal.
• Operate and maintain mammography equipment
• Monitor image quality and ensure proper documentation and labeling of images.
• Verify patient identity and medical history and explain procedures clearly to ensure patient understanding.
• Practice radiation safety (ALARA) and infection control standards at all times.
• Perform quality assurance
• Maintain continuing education and certification requirements in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Provide hands-on training and mentorship to students during clinical rotations, ensuring competency in imaging procedures, safety protocols, and patient care standards while fostering professionalism, confidence, and skill development.

Education and Experience:

• Associate’s degree or equivalent from an accredited radiologic technology program
• Current certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiography (R)
• Advanced certification in Mammography (M) from ARRT required
• Current state radiologic technologist license (if applicable per state)
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in mammography preferred (may vary by employer)
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
• Maintain MQSA compliance 15 breast CEU's every three years.
• Tomography training documentation
• Initial mammography training documentation to include 25 signed off exams

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• In-depth knowledge of mammographic procedures, anatomy, and positioning techniques
• Familiarity with MQSA, ACR, and HIPAA regulations and compliance standards
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to comfort and guide patients through procedures.
• Proficiency in operating digital- tomography-mammography equipment, RIS, and PACS systems.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify image quality and positioning issues.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and handle sensitive patient situations with empathy and professionalism.
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without prior notice.