Mammography Technologist

Job Description

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

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