Per Diem Radiology Mammography Technologist

Atria Health Institute is a membership-based primary and specialty health care practice with a focus on prevention and longevity. We bring together a multidisciplinary team of renowned physicians to provide proactive, preventive, and precision-based care for Atria members and their families. All care—including primary care, advanced screening and diagnostics, urgent care, specialty care, 24/7 home visits, and imaging—is included in members’ annual fee. Our mission is to make healthspan and lifespan equal for all by translating science into medicine in real-time, all while bringing humanity back into health care.

About the role

Performs screening mammography exams by positioning breasts, adjusting compression mechanisms, instructing patients to hold breath, adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors, activating equipment to acquire images, releasing compression mechanisms, and preparing for the next positioning and view while ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout the process.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and review medical histories, discuss concerns, and answer questions related to the procedure
• Analyze images to assess quality, identify abnormalities, and make necessary adjustments for optimal imaging
• Collaborate with radiologists and other healthcare professionals to provide accurate interpretations and deliver thorough reports
• Practice ALARA and apply principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patients, self, and others
• Maintain accurate patient records, ensuring adherence to all regulatory guidelines and healthcare standards
• Perform daily quality control on mammography equipment, maintain QC logs, and troubleshoot equipment issues, reporting malfunctions to the field service engineer and Radiology Director
• Ensure the cleanliness and safety of the procedure room and equipment, following infection control protocols
• Stay up-to-date with advancements in mammography techniques and equipment
• Perform other technical duties as assigned

Requirements

• Certification and active registration in mammography from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• 2 years of experience working in a Breast Imaging department in a hospital or outpatient setting
• Active registration with the New York State Department of Health as a Radiologic Technologist
• Knowledge of digital mammography technology
• Familiarity with Hologic Mammography equipment and electronic medical records (EMR) systems
• Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology or a related field
• Proven experience in performing mammography procedures independently
• Proficient knowledge of mammography equipment operation, quality control procedures, and radiation safety protocols
• Strong understanding of human anatomy, physiology, and pathology as it relates to mammography imaging
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to provide compassionate care and support to patients
• Detail-oriented mindset, with the ability to maintain accuracy and completeness in documentation and record-keeping
• Exceptional problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
• Uphold continuing education requirements (24 ECE credits over a two-year period, depending on year of birth)
• Annual Radiation dose pledge for both Image Gently and Image Wisely through the American College of Radiology (ACR)

Pay

$70–80/hour