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Job ID: 886372
Estimated Weekly Gross: $2,634.04
Job Title
Mammography Technologist
Location
North Bergen, NJ
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Days | Onsite
Key Responsibilities
- Perform diagnostic and screening mammographic examinations on adult, adolescent, and geriatric patients in a professional and expedient manner, following ACR and MQSA requirements.
- Assist with breast ultrasound, stereotactic biopsy, breast needle localization, and other radiologically guided procedures performed within the Breast Center.
- Perform mammographic imaging for needle localization and stereotactic procedures, including setup and cleanup; assist with ultrasound-guided procedures.
- Conduct and document quality control procedures including phantom imaging, darkroom fog testing, screen-film contact testing, compression testing, and processor quality control in compliance with ACR, MQSA, NJ State, and FDA standards.
- Accurately identify and label patient films with correct patient information, x-ray number, laterality, and technologist initials; complete patient requisitions accordingly.
- Assist with patient education including breast self-examination instruction and pre/post procedure instructions; identify and address patient-specific needs related to age, culture, language, or sensory impairments.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of experience as a licensed Mammography Technologist.
- High school diploma or equivalent; graduate of an AMA-approved School of Radiologic Technology.
- Active ARRT certification in Radiography [R] required.
- ARRT Mammography [M] certification required or must be obtained within the first three months of placement.
- Active state Diagnostic Radiography License required.
- CPR/BLS certification required.
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Proficiency with 2D and 3D mammography (Digital Breast Tomosynthesis), magnification and spot compression imaging, and implant-displaced (Eklund) imaging techniques.
- Experience with EMR/Epic documentation, PACS image management, and SecureView/Hologic workstation or equivalent.
- Familiarity with Contrast-Enhanced Mammography (CEM) and/or Bone Density (DEXA) scanning.
- Working knowledge of BI-RADS® classification, image quality assessment, and ALARA radiation safety principles.
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to work within a dedicated Breast Center environment utilizing advanced mammography technology and a multidisciplinary care team.
- Gain broad procedural exposure across screening, diagnostic, and interventional breast imaging in a fast-paced, patient-focused setting.