Mammography Technologist
3 weeks ago
Wilmette, Illinois, United States
Onsite Women's Health
Full time
Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Mammography Technologist to join our team at Onsite Women's Health. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing high-quality mammography services to our patients.
Key Responsibilities- Perform screening and diagnostic mammograms for the detection of breast cancers and lesions.
- Prepare patients for the mammographic procedure and explain procedures to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
- Move mammographic equipment to specific positions and adjust controls to set exposure factors based on knowledge of radiographic exposure techniques and protocols.
- Practice radiation protection techniques by using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding skills.
- Follow prescribed safety standards in operating all required equipment.
- Examine digital images for image quality and ensure equipment is in proper working order at all times.
- Perform all required QA testing required to comply with MQSA, ACR and State requirements/regulations.
- Maintain patient confidentiality at all times and process routine paperwork and all required data entry.
- Participate in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations.
- 2 years of experience in mammography.
- ARRT certification.
- Must be up to date on all CME credits.
- Must be very patient centric, compassionate, and computer savvy.
Exceptional compensation for the right candidate.