Job Title: Mammographer I
Location: Oklahoma City, OK 73170
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift/Schedule: Days | 5×8-hour shifts | 40 hours/week | Full-time
Job Summary:
The Mammographer I performs specialized breast imaging services on patients to aid Providers in the diagnosis, care, treatment and surveillance of breast conditions, defects and/or diseases. This position is intended for those who are gaining experience as a Mammographer or experienced imaging professionals who wish to begin a career in Mammography. Work is typically performed in outpatient environments across multiple locations.

Job Responsibilities:

• Under general supervision, performs diagnostic imaging on patients as ordered by a care provider.
• Ensures testing is performed safely and with the highest quality standards, maintaining a consistent focus on patient-centric care.
• Prepares patients for procedures and reviews clinical history to align with provider-ordered tests.
• Responds to inquiries from patients and family members, provides clear information regarding diagnostic testing and expected result timelines.
• Collaborates with team members including Providers to provide exceptional patient care.
• Utilizes a variety of highly specialized mammography equipment and techniques to perform diagnostic procedures in accordance with established scope of practice guidelines.
• Conducts post-testing quality reviews to confirm that all required elements are completed, documented and aligned with departmental and accreditation standards.
• Transfers images and data to the appropriate electronic health system, enters technical data/findings and prepares study for reporting by physician.
• Performs quality control checks, cleaning, disinfecting and other equipment maintenance tasks per manufacturer instructions for use and other regulatory guidelines.
• Ensures that technical quality of testing meets established protocols and applicable accreditation standards.
• Assists with quality assurance and performance improvement tasks as requested.
• May support academic partnerships by actively engaging in teaching of students in the radiologic program.
• May serve as a departmental preceptor to provide instruction and mentorship to new or less experienced team members.
• Assists with onboarding of new team members.
• Supports inventory tasks as needed to help ensure supplies are available.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited imaging/radiology program as defined by ARRT.
• Completion of JRCERT accredited Military Educational Program is accepted in lieu of other educational requirements.

Licensure & Certifications:

• Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.
• ARRT(RT)(M) required.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Skill in applying principles of mammography and/or radiologic technology, medical imaging, medical terminology, positioning of patients, and medical ethics.
• Demonstrates foundational knowledge of normal and abnormal anatomy and physiology, basic mammography principles and/or radiologic technology, medical imaging, medical terminology.
• Applies core mammography theory, practice and techniques to perform examinations and complete basic post-processing analysis, and documentation with general supervision or assistance.
• Demonstrates clear and respectful verbal and written communication skills to exchange basic information with patients, families, and team members.
• Ability to prioritize and complete assigned clinical and non clinical work tasks with guidance and direction, progressively developing independence in managing routine responsibilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and remain composed in stressful situations with guidance and support, progressively developing effective coping and prioritization skills.