Mammography Technologist-FT

Davita Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking a Mammography Technologist in Atlanta. The role involves performing diagnostic mammography and breast imaging with a focus on quality image production and patient care. Key qualifications include a Radiology Technology degree, relevant certification, and BLS training. Candidates must also maintain patient records and apply safety protocols to minimize radiation exposure. This position is critical for providing high-quality imaging services within healthcare.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a two-year Radiology Technology program.
• Certification in Radiologic Technology required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs mammography and other breast imaging procedures.
• Provides patient care essential to breast imaging.
• Records all patient procedure history and information.

Skills

Patient Care

Radiation Protection

Quality Control

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Radiology Technology Program (2-year)

Certification in Radiologic Technology

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Job description

Summary:

The Mammography Technologist performs total breast imaging which will result in the production of quality images for diagnosticinterpretation.Effectivelyutilizesallimagingcapabilitiesofthemammographicequipment.Providepatientcare essential to breast imaging.Recognize patient conditions requiring immediate action and initiate life support measures.

Assists in the optimization of patient flow.

Job Description

Providespracticalinstructionforradiologyandultrasoundstudentsrotatinginthemodality. Assists radiologist with performing image guided diagnostic and invasive procedures.

PerformsanddocumentsequipmentQCaccordingtodepartmentprotocol;recognizesandreportsanymalfunctionor variation to the area manager, maintenance, or engineering.

Records all patient, procedure, history, and film information.

Maintains manual and computerized patient, department, and hospital records.

Appliesknowledgeandprinciplesofuniversalprecautionsandsteriletechniquestominimizeexposuretospreadof infectious organisms.

Applies knowledge of radiation protection to achieve radiation exposures. Performsanddocumentspatientassessmentandhistoryrelatedtoprocedures. Performs other job related duties as assigned.

Performsmammographyandotherbreastimagingprocedureswithsufficientresolutionandpenetration,includingthearea of interest, in accordance with physician orders.

Required:

-High School Diploma or GED is required.

-Musthavesuccessfullycompletedatwo-yearRadiologyTechnologyprogramwhichisapprovedbythecommitteeonAllied Health Education and Accreditation of the AMA and the American Registry of Radiology Technologist.In lieu of program completion, equivalent education or/and experience will be considered.

CertificationinRadiologicTechnologywiththeAmerican Registry of Radiologic Technologists is required.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.

IfnotcurrentlyregisteredinMammography,thecandidatewillberequiredtoobtainregistrationwithinsixmonthsfromthe date of hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer-Minorities/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.