Mammography Technologist (Full Time) - Abington

Jefferson Health; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Mammography Technologist to join their team. In this full-time role, you will perform critical mammography exams, ensuring patient safety and comfort while delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging. Your expertise will help detect breast tissue abnormalities, contributing to early diagnosis and treatment. This position offers a chance to work in a supportive environment where your skills are valued, and you can make a meaningful impact on patient care. If you are passionate about radiology and patient education, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized School of Radiology Sciences or ARRT certification required.
• 6 months to 1 year experience preferred in mammography.

Responsibilities

• Perform mammography exams and assist during invasive procedures.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort throughout the imaging process.

Skills

Mammography techniques

Patient care and education

Radiation safety standards

Diagnostic imaging procedures

Education

Graduate of a recognized School of Radiology Sciences

ARRT certification in Radiography

Mammography-specific training (40 hours)

Tools

Mammography equipment

Job description

Mammography Technologist (Full Time) - Abington

Job Details

The Mammography Technologist performs mammography exams, screenings and diagnostic studies, and assists during invasive procedures. Via these procedures and under the direction of the physician, the Mammography Tech detects breast tissue abnormalities and presents them to the physician for diagnosis. Delivers patient care and education before, during and after diagnostic imaging procedures.

Job Responsibilities

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
• Operates mammography equipment and performs various mammography-related examinations to produce radiograph images for clinical screening and diagnostic purposes.
• Ensures successful procedure by ensuring appropriate patient and breast position, instructing patient throughout the procedure, and adjusting compression mechanisms and equipment controls to set exposure factors.
• Provides staff and patient protection in accordance with prescribed radiation safety standards.
• Documents patient mammogram services by completing patient record charting.
• Obtains complete and accurate history and delivers care and support services to clients before, during and after mammogram procedures, e.g. explaining procedures, answering inquiries, etc.
• Ensures operation of mammography equipment by completing preventive maintenance, use instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs, and maintaining equipment inventories.
• Performs other related technologist duties as directed by the lead technologist, supervisor or manager, including those related to quality assurance and/or control.
• Responsible for maintaining continuing education required for licenses and job position.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required)

• Knowledge of techniques and procedures used in mammographic imaging, ability to produce images of internal body structures for diagnosis and early detection of breast diseases in women.
• Knowledge of and ability to prepare patients for diagnostic/radiological imaging and to monitor patients' reactions during and after a procedure. Responds to emergent situations by applying appropriate measures.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

• Graduate of a recognized School of Radiology Sciences or current validated Registry from ARRT in Radiology Technology (R). ARRT (R), (CT) Preferred.
• Mammography Technologists initially qualifying on or after April 28, 1999 must meet the Mammo-Specific requirements by having at least 40 hours of documented training in Mammography.
• Documented training in Digital Mammography OR on the job training program agreement requirement: 3 months competency and didactic program completion from hire. Additional 5 months to attain (M) certification.
• 6 months to 1 year experience preferred.

Minimum Certifications, Registration or License Requirements

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
• ARRT certification in radiography, ARRT advanced certification in Mammography, FDA/MQSA qualified to include meeting the MQSA CE requirements of at least 15 CEU’s in a 36-month period that are Mammography specific preferred. (M) Registry eligible 6 months to attain (M) certification.

Work Shift

Workday Evening (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Primary Location Address

2701 Blair Mill Road, Willow Grove, Pennsylvania, United States of America