Mammography Technologist

Welcome to WVU Medicine, where we're committed to providing exceptional patient care and service. We're seeking a highly skilled Mammography Technologist to join our team.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in radiologic technology and a passion for delivering high-quality imaging services. As a Mammography Technologist, you will be responsible for performing a full range of screening and diagnostic imaging procedures to provide optimum information for the diagnosis and treatment of patients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and perform imaging procedures based on patient needs
• Develop and maintain expertise in anatomy, physiology, and pathology relative to imaging
• Position and compress patients accurately for procedures and fully image all breast tissue
• Minimize radiation exposure to patients and staff by shielding and selecting exposure factors
• Evaluate images for compliance with protocol, image density, contrast, detail, positioning, compression, and absence of image artifact
• Educate patients regarding mammographic procedures and answer questions accordingly
• Document imaging activities accurately and consistently in accordance with ACR and federal mandates
• Engage in problem-solving, crisis management, and systems implementation with physicians, nursing, technical, and support personnel

Requirements:

• Completion of a two-year American Medical Association-approved course in Radiologic Technology or other accredited and approved medical imaging program
• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within 30 days of hire
• Certification in Radiography with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist
• Certification in Mammography with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist within 18 months of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

• ARRT Certification in Mammography upon hire

Physical Requirements:

• Differentiate various shades of gray as depicted on a black and white television monitor or photograph
• Stand and walk for up to 12 hours a day
• Lift, push, and pull up to 10 pounds of weight
• Carry items of up to 20 pounds

Working Environment:

• Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, airborne particles, body fluids, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to prioritize and deal with a variety of situations simultaneously
• Ability to interact positively with patients, families, and members of the Health Care Team