Mammography Specialist

We are seeking a highly skilled Mammography Technologist to join our team at Optum. As a key member of our diagnostic imaging team, you will play a critical role in providing high-quality patient care and contributing to the success of our organization.

• Administer ionizing radiation for diagnostic, therapeutic, or research purposes, adhering to established protocols and guidelines.
• Integrate scientific knowledge, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to provide safe and accurate procedures with compassion.
• Recognize patient conditions essential for the successful completion of procedures, demonstrating an understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Exercise individual thought, judgment, and discretion in the performance of procedures, adapting assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate unique patient needs.
• Relay and document written and electronic orders in the patient's medical record, corroborating patient clinical history with procedure information.
• Evaluate images for technical quality, ensuring proper identification and formatting, and providing education to patients, families, and other healthcare providers.
• Perform ongoing quality assurance activities, adhering to regulatory requirements and industry standards.

• Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Radiological Sciences.
• Current ARRT (R)(M) Registry and MRT certification by the Texas Medical Board.
• 3+ years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist/Mammography Technologist.
• Tuberculosis screening and proof of immunity to Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis.

At Optum, we are committed to helping people live healthier lives and making the health system work better for everyone. We believe that diversity creates a healthier atmosphere and are an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We are dedicated to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes.