Mammography Technologist II: Precision Breast Imaging

tidelandshealth; Murrells Inlet (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Tidelands Health in Murrells Inlet, SC is seeking a Mammography Technologist II to perform digital and 3D screening and diagnostic mammography, including wire/localizations and DEXA imaging, under physician supervision.

Requires Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology. ARRT Mammography certification or eligibility within 24 months; SC Radiation Quality Standards; BLS certification. The role involves working across locations, ensuring ALARA principles, and mentoring students when needed.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree from a Radiologic Technology program is required.
• Minimum one year Mammography experience is preferred.
• ARRT Mammography certification or eligibility within 24 months of hire/transfer date required.
• Radiography license by SC Radiation Quality Standards Association required.
• Basic Life Support certification required within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Review orders prior to day of procedure and maintain documentation for upcoming biopsies and localizations.
• Educate and prepare patients for procedures to ensure comfort and safety; position patients and use shielding as needed.
• Obtain and document accurate patient medical history to assist radiologist.
• Perform screening and diagnostic mammograms and Dexa imaging; conduct stereotactic biopsies and wire localizations as directed.
• Maintain and clean imaging equipment; perform Biopsy Quality Control and post-procedure documentation.
• Perform daily/weekly Quality Control tests on radiology workstation, mammography machine, and stereotactic equipment.
• Manage outside mammograms for comparison and upload to PACS as required.
• Enter orders for Breast Ultrasound when needed and coordinate with sonographers.
• Assist with MRI-guided breast biopsies as needed and support breast surgeon/radiologist.
• Place supply orders and maintain PAR levels.

Skills

ALARA concepts

Positioning knowledge

Critical Thinking

Excellent customer service

Time management

Effective communication

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

Tidelands Health in Murrells Inlet, SC is seeking a Mammography Technologist II to perform digital and 3D screening and diagnostic mammography, including wire/localizations and DEXA imaging, under physician supervision.

Requires Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology. ARRT Mammography certification or eligibility within 24 months; SC Radiation Quality Standards; BLS certification. The role involves working across locations, ensuring ALARA principles, and mentoring students when needed.