Mammography Tech

Overview Join our team as a variable-shift, PRN, Breast Care Center Mammography Technician in Amarillo, TX. Why Join Us? Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better • Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.   • People-First: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.   • Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.   Get to Know Your Team: • BSA Harrington Cancer Center is a state-of-the-art, 48,000-square-foot facility with two new linear accelerators for radiation treatments, 24 patient exam rooms, 28 heated chemotherapy infusion chairs, and three private infusion rooms for families. Responsibilities • A mammography technologist will provide patient services using various imaging modalities, which may include Stereotactic, Contrast Mammography, and DEXA. Mammographers are expected to perform screening and diagnostic procedures in a fast-paced environment. • Need to exercise critical thinking skills, be able to troubleshoot, and be able to manage stress. • Must be able to work well with others and have effective communication skills. • Technologists follow the direction of the Breast Center Radiologist and established procedures/protocols. • Shifts are spent with extensive time on their feet, which includes standing, squatting, and bending. • When performing exams, the technologist must adhere to all radiation safety precautions. • Technologists must be available to complete exams at the main facility (HBC), detached facilities, and outreach settings. • A technologist is responsible for their quality of images, positioning skills, and the basic knowledge of quality control tests. Qualifications Job Requirements : • High School (or GED equivalent) diploma. • ARRT Certification in Radiological Technology. • Texas Department of Health Licensure. • BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care. Preferred Job Requirements: • 1 year of experience in screening and diagnostic procedures. • Experience in performing QC tests. • Basic knowledge of stereotactic biopsies. • Associate's Degree or certificate required from a CAHEA-approved Radiological Technology Program. • Mammography registry. • A mammography technologist will provide patient services using various imaging modalities, which may include Stereotactic, Contrast Mammography, and DEXA. Mammographers are expected to perform screening and diagnostic procedures in a fast-paced environment. • Need to exercise critical thinking skills, be able to troubleshoot, and be able to manage stress. • Must be able to work well with others and have effective communication skills. • Technologists follow the direction of the Breast Center Radiologist and established procedures/protocols. • Shifts are spent with extensive time on their feet, which includes standing, squatting, and bending. • When performing exams, the technologist must adhere to all radiation safety precautions. • Technologists must be available to complete exams at the main facility (HBC), detached facilities, and outreach settings. • A technologist is responsible for their quality of images, positioning skills, and the basic knowledge of quality control tests. Job Requirements : • High School (or GED equivalent) diploma. • ARRT Certification in Radiological Technology. • Texas Department of Health Licensure. • BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care. Preferred Job Requirements: • 1 year of experience in screening and diagnostic procedures. • Experience in performing QC tests. • Basic knowledge of stereotactic biopsies. • Associate's Degree or certificate required from a CAHEA-approved Radiological Technology Program. • Mammography registry.