Mammography Technologist - 24 Hours - Days

Henry Ford Health System; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a skilled Mammography Technologist to join their team. In this part-time role, you will provide essential mammography imaging services, operate specialized equipment, and ensure patient comfort and safety. The position offers the opportunity to work in a busy breast center, where staff are trained in both screening and diagnostic mammography. This rewarding role is perfect for those passionate about women's health and looking to make a significant impact in preventive breast health. Join a dedicated team and contribute to high-quality patient care in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Up to $7,500 Sign-On Bonus

Part Time Benefit Eligible

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with 2 years of experience or an Associate's degree.
• BLS Provider credential from AHA required before hire.

Responsibilities

• Operates mammography equipment and performs related procedures.
• Educates patients about mammography and ensures high-quality images.

Skills

Mammography Imaging

Patient Positioning

Radiation Safety Procedures

Technical Quality Evaluation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree or Technical Degree

Tools

Mammography Equipment

PACS

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY

Up to $7,500 Sign-On Bonus!

Part Time Benefit Eligible

Shift: PT 24 hours per week, day shift, 7am-5:30pm every other Saturday and every Tuesday and Thursday

Provides mammography imaging services. Responsibilities include:

1. Operates equipment and performs various mammography related procedures.
2. Prepares and positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately.
3. Explains procedures and educates patients about the role of regular mammography in preventive breast health.
4. Develops and evaluates the film for technical quality such as density contrast, definition, and distortion.
5. Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
6. Ensures prompt submission of high-quality images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers, and patient data/history).
7. Ensures equipment is properly functioning and reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel.
8. Assists in maintaining a clean and orderly department, including procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area, and any other areas in the department.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• 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.

CERTIFICATION/LICENCES REQUIRED:

• BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. American Red Cross (ARC) CPR for Professional Rescuers card will be accepted upon hire but renewal must be a BLS Provider card from AHA.
• One or more of the following required:
• 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.
• Medical Sonographer credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.

ADDITIONAL PREFERENCES:

• Busy comprehensive breast center. Staff must be proficient in screening and diagnostic mammography and bone density. Will train for stereotactic biopsy if no experience.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Providence Hospitals
• Department: Mammography 001
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable