Mammography Technologist - Mammography - 24 Hours - Days

Henry Ford Health System; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Mammography Technician to join their team. This part-time position involves operating mammography equipment, preparing patients, and ensuring the technical quality of imaging services. The ideal candidate will have a strong focus on patient education regarding breast health and be committed to following safety procedures. Join a supportive environment that values your contributions to preventive healthcare and provides opportunities for professional growth. If you are passionate about making a difference in women's health, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Flexible Schedule

Health Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Requires BLS Provider credential from AHA or ARC CPR for Professional Rescuers.
• Radiologic Technologist or Medical Sonographer credentials required within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Operates mammography equipment and performs related procedures.
• Prepares patients and ensures high-quality image submission to PACS.
• Educates patients on the importance of regular mammography.

Skills

Mammography Imaging

Patient Education

Radiation Safety Procedures

Technical Quality Evaluation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree or Technical degree

4 years of applicable job-specific experience

Tools

Mammography Equipment

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY

Up to $7,500 Sign-on Bonus

Part Time Benefit Eligible

Shift: PT 24 hours per week, day shift, Wednesday and Friday 7a-5:30p and every 3rd Saturday 6:45a-3:15p

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 malfunctions 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:

• Bone density experience

Additional Information:

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