Mammography Technologist

Schedule: Contingent Day Shift

This position will rotate between the following locations: 

Henry Ford Mammography- Kercheval

Henry Ford Mammography- St. Clair Shores

Henry Ford Mammography- Waldenburg

Henry Ford Mammography- New Baltimore

Henry Ford Anthony L. Soave Mobile Mammography

Henry Ford Mammography River District Hospital

Henry Ford Mammography- Warren

Henry Ford Liggett Breast Center-Grosse Pointe Woods

Meet the Department Manager, Amanda! 

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under the direction of a Radiologist, performs Radiologic breast imaging procedures for the evaluation of pathological entities as ordered by a physician. Performs related functions according to department protocols. Utilizes independent judgment in determining appropriate radiographic techniques, positioning, and safety practices.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Explains examination procedure to patients and prepares patient for the examination. Reviews clinical data on requisition and performs appropriate examination.

• Obtains additional information about the patient medical history as necessary.

• Prepares procedure room and regularly replenishes stock such as linen and related supplies. Analyzes anatomical structure of patient, sets up equipment and performs the Radiologic procedure.

• Manually controls the equipment to obtain the proper diagnostic information from the area of the body being studied.

• Utilizes patient immobilization as needed.

• Performs all imaging procedures by demonstrating the principles of radiation protection: may involve shielding of patients, selection of appropriate equipment settings to reduction dose, using other ALARA techniques, etc.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required

• Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) and the advanced registry in Mammography, ARRT (M) (or registry eligible)

• If registry eligible, registry must be obtained within 12 months of date of hire

• Failure to obtain registry within the designated time-frame will result in termination of the Mammography Tech position

• Must maintain the required hours of continued medical education

• Must meet all Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) criteria, as well as other regulatory agencies

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 

• Candidates with the advanced registry in Mammography, ARRT (M), and/or prior Mammography experience are preferred.