Mammography Technologist

Ascension Health; Wauwatosa (WI); On-site; USD 53,000 - 74,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched 403(b) retirement

PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Employee assistance program

Parental leave and family benefits

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension is hiring a Mammography Technologist at the Wauwatosa Ambulatory Center in Wisconsin. The role focuses on operating mammography equipment, positioning patients, and ensuring high-quality image acquisition for PACS.

The position emphasizes patient education on preventive breast health and strict adherence to radiation safety standards. Minimum credentials include BLS within 30 days, ARRT Mammography and General Radiography credentials, and Wisconsin licensure.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification within 30 days of hire.
• ARRT Mammography credential within 12 months of hire.
• ARRT General Radiography credential required.
• State Radiology Technologist licensure by hire date in Wisconsin.

Responsibilities

• Operates mammography equipment and positions patients with accurate technical parameters.
• Explains procedures and educates patients on the importance of regular mammography for breast health.
• Develops and evaluates mammography film for density, contrast, definition, and distortion.
• Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
• Ensures high-quality images and documents are promptly submitted to PACS with correct markers and patient data.

Education

BLS Provider

ARRT Mammography credentialed

ARRT General Radiography

Wisconsin Radiography licensure

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Wauwatosa, WI
• Facility: Wauwatosa Ambulatory Center
• Department: Radiology Mammography
• Schedule: Day Shift | Part-Time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Operates equipment and performs various mammography related procedures. Prepares and positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately.
• Explains procedures and educates patients about the role of regular mammography in preventive breast health.
• Develops and evaluates the film for technical quality such as density contrast, definition, and distortion.
• Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
• Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Radiologic Technologist specializing in Mammography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date. General Radiography is also required in addition to Mammography. State Radiology Technologist licensure issued by Wisconsin Radiography Examining Board required.
• Radiologic Technologist credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. State Radiology Technologist licensure issued by Wisconsin Radiography Examining Board required by hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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Min Salary: 38.58

Max Salary 53.76