Mammography Technologist PRN

Intermountain Health; Wheat Ridge (CO); Hybrid; USD 48,560 - 74,927; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Intermountain Health in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, is seeking a Mammography Technologist to perform screening and diagnostic exams using specialized equipment. The role demands strong imaging techniques and patient care skills, suitable for a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will work closely with healthcare professionals to provide high-quality imaging results and maintain excellent patient care standards. A generous benefits package and flexible shifts are offered, promoting a work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of imaging techniques and patient care.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Licenses: ARRT, Rad Tech license in state of practice, BLS for healthcare providers.

Responsibilities

• Perform screening and diagnostic mammography exams on patients.
• Ensure accurate and high-quality imaging results.
• Demonstrate positioning competency and adhere to safety guidelines.

Skills

Mammography

Biopsies

Radiation Protection

Effective Communication

Emergency Response

Task Prioritization

Education

Graduate of an accredited program of Radiologic Technology

Tools

Radiologic equipment

Job description

As a Mammography Technologist, you will be responsible for performing screening and diagnostic mammography exams on patients using specialized equipment. You will work closely with radiologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate and high-quality imaging results. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of imaging techniques, excellent patient care skills, and the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.

Our Mammography Technologists are dedicated to delivering exceptional, patient‑centered care while living our values of Integrity, Trust, Excellence, Accountability, and Mutual Respect. If you’re passionate about helping people live the healthiest lives possible—and want a schedule that fits your lifestyle—we’d love to have you on our team.

Why PRN Works for You

• Ultimate flexibility — work when it fits your life
• Ideal for work‑life balance, supplemental income, or varied schedules
• Shift Details: Flexible, fluctuating shifts based on department needs and PTO coverage
• Shift differentials for evenings, nights, and weekends
• Stay clinically sharp while enjoying schedule freedom

Essential Functions

• Maintains American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or modality‑specific competency in all clinical and technical functions
• Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam
• Performs radiologic mammography exams per department protocol including advanced mammography procedures such as stereotactic biopsies, clip placements, drainages, etc.
• Demonstrates positioning competency.
• Operates the mammographic equipment to ensure that diagnostic images of high quality are produced.
• Adheres to radiation safety guidelines and maintains a safe working environment.
• Provides appropriate patient education, ensures patient comfort, and addresses concerns.
• Practices appropriate infection control and sterile techniques.
• Thoroughly and accurately completes all required documentation, record patient information, procedures performed and any adverse reactions.
• Follows protocols, coding, charging, consents, QC programs, and reporting equipment failures.

Skills

• Mammography
• Biopsies
• Patient Identification
• Radiation Protection
• Following Protocols
• Image Evaluation
• Emergency Response
• Effective Communication
• Task Prioritization
• Documentations
• Recordkeeping

Minimum Qualifications

• Education
  • Graduate of an accredited program of Radiologic Technology
• Licenses and Certifications
  • American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
  • Rad Tech license in state of practice (if applicable)
  • Basic Life Support certification (BLS) for healthcare providers
• Experience
  • Experience in Imaging (preferred)
  • Experience in Mammography (preferred)

Preferred Qualifications

• Licenses and Certifications
  • ARRT Mammography or currently attending and receiving formal training to cross‑train in mammography

Physical Requirements

• Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
• Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
• Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
• Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
• Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)
• May be expected to stand in a stationary position for a long time.

Location

Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital
Wheat Ridge, Colorado

Compensation

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0
Hourly rate: $35.25 - $54.39 (dependent upon experience)

Benefits

We provide a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness, including mental, physical, and social well‑being.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

All positions subject to close without notice.