Mammography Technologist

Mammography Technologist

Job Title: Mammography Technologist

Department: Radiology / Diagnostic Imaging

Location: Colton, CA

Job Type: Full-Time, Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled, compassionate, and certified Mammography Technologist to join our team. The technologist is responsible for performing high-quality screening and diagnostic mammography procedures in full compliance with state and federal regulations. The ideal candidate will provide exceptional patient care, ensuring a safe and empathetic environment for all patients.

Core Responsibilities

• Patient Care: Greet patients, verify their identity, and compassionately explain the mammography procedure, answering any questions to help reduce anxiety.
• Clinical Procedures: Perform screening and diagnostic mammographic examinations, including 3D tomosynthesis, according to established protocols and physician orders.
• Positioning: Expertly position patients to obtain precise and clear diagnostic images, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
• Image Quality: Critically evaluate mammographic images for technical quality (e.g., positioning, compression, exposure) before submitting them to the radiologist for interpretation.
• Biopsy Assistance: Assist radiologists with interventional procedures such as stereotactic biopsies, needle localizations, and galactograms.
• Documentation: Obtain and document thorough patient medical histories, including prior imaging, surgeries, and any current breast concerns. Maintain accurate and confidential patient records in the RIS/PACS system.
• Compliance & QC: Perform and document all required daily, weekly, and monthly quality control (QC) tests on mammography equipment.
• Regulation: Adhere strictly to all MQSA (Mammography Quality Standards Act) and CDPH (California Department of Public Health) regulations and standards.
• Safety: Practice radiation safety principles (ALARA) to protect patients, staff, and self.

Qualifications and Requirements

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• Associate's (A.S.) or Bachelor's (B.S.) degree in Radiologic Technology (preferred).

Licensure and Certification (Required):

• ARRT (R): Current certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (Radiography).
• ARRT (M): Current advanced certification by the ARRT (Mammography).
• CRT-M (CA): Current Mammographic Radiologic Technology (CRT-M) certificate from the State of California.
• BLS: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification - American Heart Association

Experience:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Mammography Technologist.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of breast anatomy and mammographic positioning.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a focus on patient empathy.
• Meticulous attention to detail for image quality and documentation.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment.
• Proficiency with charting system - EPIC.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Requires physical dexterity, including the ability to lift, push, or pull up to 30-50 lbs.
• Involves frequent bending, stooping, and reaching to position patients and equipment.