Mammography Technologist

Banner Health; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Health's Mammography team at UMI Imaging Center in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Mammography Technologist. You will perform prescribed breast imaging procedures, ensuring proper positioning and compression, while delivering high-quality images for timely interpretation and compassionate patient care.

Requires ARRT certification, state licensure, and BLS; advanced mammography certification is required within 18 months of hire; CDL is preferred for mobile unit roles.

Qualifications

• Requires ARRT certification and state licensure; BLS required.
• Within 18 months of hire, must obtain advanced mammography certification.
• CDL preferred for roles supporting mobile unit operations.

Responsibilities

• Performs prescribed procedures by following orders; uses independent judgment.
• Educates patients and families about procedures and care.
• Produces high-quality images and maintains documentation for interpretation.
• Demonstrates competence in invasive/interventional procedures as applicable.
• Performs and evaluates equipment quality control; troubleshoots as needed.
• Maintains patient safety and confidentiality of information.
• Ensures efficient department workflow and manages supplies.

Education

ARRT Certification

State Licensure

BLS Certification

Mammography Certification (within 18 months of hire)

CDL (Preferred for mobile unit)

Job description

## Mammography TechnologistApply: BUMG Campbell Medical Imaging (4291 N Campbell Ave): Full time: Posted Today: R4444741**Primary City/State:**Tucson, Arizona**Department Name:**UMI Imaging Center-Clinic**Work Shift:**Day**Job Category:**Clinical CareA rewarding career that fits your life. Those who have joined the Banner mission come from all walks of life, united by the common goal: Make health care easier, so life can be better. If changing health care for the better sounds like something you want to be part of, apply today. As a Mammography Technologist, you'll play a vital role in potentially saving lives by performing high-quality breast imaging procedures that screen for and diagnose breast cancer. You'll combine your technical expertise with compassionate patient care, helping ease anxiety during these personal and sometimes stressful procedures. Your responsibilities will include preparing patients, ensuring proper positioning and compression techniques, and maintaining the highest safety standards while producing exceptional diagnostic images. Using your independent judgment and following established protocols, you'll verify provider orders, evaluate image quality, and prepare comprehensive documentation for timely interpretation. This position offers the opportunity to utilize your specialized skills in a meaningful way, providing critical support to patients during an important healthcare journey. If you're ready to blend technical excellence with empathetic care in a role that truly matters, we invite you to apply today.**Location:****4291 N Campbell Ave****Tucson, AZ 85719****Hours:****6:30a - 3:00p Monday-Friday****No weekends, no Call**University Medical Center Tucson PBCs Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is nationally recognized for providing exceptional patient care, teaching future health-care professionals and conducting ground breaking research. Also located on the campus is Diamond Children's - recognized for its specialized pediatric services including neonatal and intensive care, emergency medicine and cancer therapies. Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is a Level 1 Trauma Center, meaning we care for the most critically injured patients. The hospital is consistently listed among the nation's top hospitals in the prestigious Best Hospitals ranking by U.S. News & World Report. The hospital's physicians are full-time faculty of the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson. Our specialty services include comprehensive heart and cancer care, advanced neuroscience techniques and a multi-organ transplant program.POSITION SUMMARY This position performs prescribed procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols. This position ensures optimal care/treatment to patient population. CORE FUNCTIONS 1. Performs procedures by following and verifying referring providers’ orders. Uses independent judgment and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures. 2. Educates patients/families regarding procedure and/or treatment to be performed. Demonstrates professional behavior/conduct in all interactions; fosters teamwork, efficient use of resources and quality patient outcomes. 3. Produces high quality images and prepares/presents them with other pertinent patient information for timely interpretation. Prepares and maintains accurate documentation. 4. Demonstrates competence in performing prescribed invasive/interventional procedures if applicable in accordance with established policies if applicable. 5. Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements. Demonstrates the ability to trouble shoot and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance. Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors. Adheres to safety policies. 6. Accountable for the ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities related to the radiology practice. This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information. 7. Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department. Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure non-interruption of services.8. Independently performs prescribed procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols to patients. Internal customers: All levels of medical imaging and nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Customers: regulatory and health agencies, patients and family members.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Requires national certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and licensure by the state regulatory agency as applicable. Advance certification by accrediting body in Mammography required within 18 months of hire. BLS certification required.Roles supporting mobile medical unit require travel within local community. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS CDL preferred for roles supporting mobile medical unit.Additional related education and/or experience preferred.