Mammography Technologist

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Mammography Technologist to join our team at the Detroit Medical Center. As a Mammography Technologist, you will play a critical role in providing high-quality diagnostic imaging services to our patients.

The Mammography Technologist will be responsible for performing diagnostic mammography exams, verifying patient identity, and reviewing patient medical records for appropriateness of exam or procedure. You will also be responsible for interviewing patients to obtain, verify, or update medical history and assessing risk factors such as medications, pregnancy, and/or psychological indicators.

• Perform diagnostic mammography exams utilizing appropriate imaging equipment
• Verify patient identity and review patient medical records for appropriateness of exam or procedure
• Interview patients to obtain, verify, or update medical history and assess risk factors
• Explain procedure to patients, including side effects of pharmaceuticals administered, risks, benefits, alternatives, and follow-up
• Set up equipment and acquire appropriate images as per script
• Review images, make initial observations, document exceptions from established protocols, and communicate data to radiologist
• Recognize and respond to medical emergencies as appropriate
• Provide physician-prescribed post-care instructions to patients
• Participate in process improvement activities within radiology practice, including quality of care, patient flow, reject-repeat analysis, and patient satisfaction
• Provide imaging education to residents, student technologists, and new employees
• Able to take call/standby as required by the department

• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Mammography (M)
• Required to have or successfully complete American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support – Healthcare Provider (BLS) training by end of orientation period

• Analytical and clinical skills necessary to determine the most age-appropriate method of providing requested radiographs specific to patient's physical ability and/or limitations
• Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to deal effectively with and instruct patients who may be under physical/emotional stress
• Technical knowledge necessary to operate equipment, including all specialized equipment and computers
• Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment, handle multiple/changing priorities
• Knowledge and understanding of American College of Radiology and MQSA requirements for accreditation
• Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate and utilize all types of imaging equipment and supplies in order to produce images of acceptable diagnostic quality

The Detroit Medical Center (DMC) is the leading academically-integrated hospital system in Metro Detroit, and one of the largest health care providers in Southeast Michigan. We are committed to maintaining an environment of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action. If you need a reasonable accommodation to access the information provided on this web site, please contact the DMC facility where the position is available, for further assistance.

• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Employee assistance programs
• Life insurance
• Discount program