Mammography Technologist, PRN

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Hospital St. Louis is seeking a Mammography Technologist to perform mammography imaging procedures, operate imaging equipment, and ensure patient safety and high-quality images. The role requires effective communication with patients and healthcare professionals to provide optimal care.

Education must include an accredited Imaging Program with required clinical hours completed; ARRT registry or eligibility, and BLS within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Imaging Program and required clinical hours completed.
• Experience: no experience required.
• Licensure: State licensure may be required depending on the state of practice.
• Certification/Registration: ARRT registry or Registry eligible; BLS within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform mammography imaging procedures to assist in diagnosis and treatment.
• Operate mammography and imaging equipment safely while ensuring image quality.
• Maintain patient safety and comfort; communicate effectively with patients and staff.

Skills

Diagnostic imaging

Advanced procedures

Radiation safety

Machine operation

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Accredited Imaging Program graduate

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Mammography Technologist performs mammography imaging procedures to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. This role requires operating mammography and other imaging equipment, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining high-quality imaging standards. The Mammography Technologist must also effectively communicate with patients and healthcare professionals to provide optimal care.

Position Details

Job Description

The Mammography Technologist performs mammography imaging procedures to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. This role requires operating mammography and other imaging equipment, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining high-quality imaging standards. The Mammography Technologist must also effectively communicate with patients and healthcare professionals to provide optimal care.

Position Details

Education: Graduate of an accredited Imaging Program and required clinical hours are completed.

Experience: no experience required

Licensure: State licensure may be required depending on the specific state of practice.

Certification/Registration: Obtained American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registry OR Registry eligible (Achieve registry within 6 months of eligibility); Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Proficient knowledge in producing diagnostic images with the ability to recognize technical abnormalities
• Knowledge of a variety of advanced procedures as applicable
• Knowledge of safe & proper machine operation.
• Knowledge of machine emergency procedures and radiation safety procedures.
• Knowledge of protocols and ability to make adjustments as needed
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow complex instructions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Physical Requirements

• Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.
• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.