Mammography Tech
Ascension · Austin, TX · 1 mo ago
HealthcareFull-time
Location: Austin, TX | Facility: North / Central Ascension Imaging Clinics | Department/Specialty: Imaging
About the role
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality diagnostic imaging as a Mammography Technologist, ensuring precise patient positioning and technical parameter selection for accurate breast health screenings.
- Provide compassionate patient care by explaining clinical procedures and educating individuals on the vital role of mammography in preventive healthcare.
- Execute advanced medical imaging tasks using modern EHR systems to maintain clinical documentation, ensuring image quality meets strict diagnostic standards.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to uphold radiation safety protocols and quality improvement guidelines for optimal patient and staff safety.
- Manage mammography equipment performance and facilitate seamless care coordination by submitting high-resolution images and patient history into the PACS network.
Requirements
- Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiology credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- Completion of a federally approved 40 hour mammography training course within 3 Months (90 days) of hire and completion of 25 supervised mammography studies to meet Texas Department State Health Service (TDSHS) requirements.
- Radiologic Technologist specializing in General Practice credentialed from the Texas Medical Radiologic Technologist Certification Program obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- Education: High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
Skills
- Mammography registration preferred
- Breast biopsy experience preferred
Benefits
- Sign-on Bonus Available!
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
Schedule
Days | Full-time | Monday – Friday, 8am - 5pm