Mammography-Watsonville-CA-Pay Negotiable

Talented Medical Solutions; Watsonville (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Talented Medical Solutions is seeking a skilled Mammography Technologist (Mammo Tech) to perform high-quality mammographic imaging procedures in accordance with physician orders and protocols.

The role emphasizes patient safety, comfort, equipment operation, image quality, QA, and collaboration with the healthcare team to support timely diagnosis and patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology or Mammography program.
• Current ARRT certification in Radiography (R) required.
• ARRT Mammography (M) certification preferred or required per facility.
• MQSA certification as required.
• Current state Radiologic Technologist license, if required.
• BLS certification preferred or required per facility.
• Previous Mammography experience preferred.
• Experience with digital mammography equipment preferred.
• Experience with Hologic, GE, Siemens, Fujifilm, or similar mammography systems may be required based on facility.
• Knowledge of breast imaging procedures, quality assurance, and radiation safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform screening and diagnostic mammography examinations according to physician orders and departmental protocols.
• Position patients accurately to obtain high-quality diagnostic images while ensuring patient comfort and privacy.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot mammography equipment according to manufacturer guidelines.
• Review images for quality and completeness before submission for interpretation.
• Follow MQSA, ACR, HIPAA, radiation safety, and infection control standards.
• Prepare patients by explaining procedures and addressing questions or concerns.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) and PACS.
• Assist with breast biopsy procedures and additional breast imaging as required by the facility.
• Perform daily quality control checks and report equipment issues promptly.
• Maintain exam rooms, supplies, and equipment readiness.
• Collaborate with radiologists, physicians, and healthcare staff to ensure quality patient care.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Patient care

Quality assurance

Radiation safety

Education

Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology or Mammography program

Tools

Mammography systems (Hologic/GE/Siemens/Fujifilm)

Job description

Job Title: Mammography Technologist (Mammo Tech)

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Mammography Technologist (Mammo Tech) to perform high-quality mammographic imaging procedures in accordance with physician orders and established protocols. The Mammography Technologist is responsible for ensuring patient safety and comfort, operating mammography equipment, producing accurate diagnostic images, maintaining quality standards, and collaborating with the healthcare team to support timely diagnosis and patient care.

Requirements:

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology or Mammography program.

Licensure/Certification:

• Current ARRT certification in Radiography (R) required.
• ARRT Mammography (M) certification preferred or required per facility.
• MQSA (Mammography Quality Standards Act) certification as required.
• Current state Radiologic Technologist license, if required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred or required per facility.

Experience:

• Previous Mammography experience preferred.
• Experience with digital mammography equipment preferred.
• Experience with Hologic, GE, Siemens, Fujifilm, or similar mammography systems may be required based on facility.
• Knowledge of breast imaging procedures, quality assurance, and radiation safety.

Essential Functions:

• Perform screening and diagnostic mammography examinations according to physician orders and departmental protocols.
• Position patients accurately to obtain high-quality diagnostic images while ensuring patient comfort and privacy.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot mammography equipment according to manufacturer guidelines.
• Review images for quality and completeness before submission for interpretation.
• Follow MQSA, ACR, HIPAA, radiation safety, and infection control standards.
• Prepare patients by explaining procedures and addressing questions or concerns.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) and PACS.
• Assist with breast biopsy procedures and additional breast imaging as required by the facility.
• Perform daily quality control checks and report equipment issues promptly.Maintain exam rooms, supplies, and equipment readiness.
• Collaborate with radiologists, physicians, and healthcare staff to ensure quality patient care.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Additional Information:

• Shift schedules, weekends, holidays, call requirements, equipment, certifications, and facility-specific requirements may vary by assignment.