Mammography Technologist -Cross Training

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Radiology Technologists

Grow Your Skillset. Expand Your Impact.

If you’re a Radiologic Technologist looking to deepen your expertise and make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives, our Mammography Tech Training Program offers a powerful next step. This is a hands-on, paid, on-the-job training opportunity where you’ll gain specialized skills in breast imaging and stereotactic breast biopsy, while being supported by an experienced, collaborative imaging team.

You’ll be cross-trained in Mammography while continuing to leverage your radiology foundation—opening the door to a highly specialized, in-demand career path that plays a vital role in early detection and breast health.

About the Opportunity

The Mammography Tech Training Program provides structured, hands-on training to perform breast imaging procedures, including mammography and stereotactic breast biopsy, while adhering to MQSA and ACR guidelines. You’ll build confidence, technical expertise, and a deeper connection with patients during some of their most critical moments of care.

What you will do

1. Knowledge of breast anatomy, pathological conditions, and safe administration of radiation. 2. Identify and review patient’s requisition for consistency of examination ordered with clinical diagnosis and all demographic information for the physician and patient. 3. Ability to learn all Mammography and stereotactic equipment, examinations, and protocols, as well as procedures that require the use of contrast agents and sterile techniques. Conduct and document quality control assuring equipment is within safe limits per MQSA and ACR guidelines. 4. Clearly communicate and educate patients prior to, during, and after breast imaging procedures to guide patients and loved ones to the next step of their breast health coordinating the continuity of care. 5. Assist with breast imaging examinations for technical accuracy, present completed examinations to the radiologist, and communicates pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of the patient following the procedure. 6. Routinely schedule breast imaging appointments and assist in coordinating breast imaging exams to ensure the quality and continuity of patient care. 7. Assist with the management of the workflow of the department to ensure the completion of work assignments and ensure the proper patient charge. 8. Promote breast health education by assisting in organizational promotional/educational events. 9. Role models the principals of a Just Culture and Organizational Values. 10. Perform other duties as assigned. Must be HIPAA compliant.