Radiographer II
Job Summary
The Radiographer II / Mammographer performs high‑quality diagnostic imaging procedures, including general radiography and mammography, in accordance with established protocols and safety standards. This role ensures optimal image quality, patient safety, and comfort while collaborating with radiologists and healthcare team members to support accurate diagnoses. Responsibilities include equipment operation, quality control, patient education, and maintaining compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements.
Responsibilities
- Provides quality and compassionate patient care.
- Performs scanning procedures and calibrates equipment.
- Processes x‑ray film or scans, examines film for diagnostic quality, and delivers film to the radiologist and/or physician.
- Preps and assists with procedures.
- Transports patients to and from the Radiology Department or transports portable x‑ray equipment to the patient.
- Administers appropriate drugs and positions patients for radiographic examinations, fluoroscopy, and/or magnetic resonance imaging.
- Stocks supplies as needed for patient care.
- Maintains exam rooms.
- Performs simple repairs to radiographic equipment as needed.
- Enters patient information into PACS, RIS, and EMR systems to assist in maintaining patient files.
- Instructs and mentors students in the taking of radiographs.
Minimum Requirements
Knowledge normally acquired in the first two or three years of college, technical, vocational, or business school in an approved Radiologic Technologist program; one to three years of related, progressively responsible work experience with radiology equipment, exposure techniques, positioning, and patient care; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) with additional certification(s) in the area(s) of specialization as required by law or industry standards. Required: ARRT Registered Radiologic Technologist in the area of general radiology.
Desired Qualifications
- 1–3 years of related experience with mammography, including 3D imaging, breast procedures, and stereotactic biopsy.
Application Materials
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Proof of valid ARRT credentials in general radiology and mammography
Schedule
Monday through Thursday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm; Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.
Physical Demands
The job requires significant physical effort, including lifting and positioning patients, and involves viewing a VDT screen more than 75 % of the time.
Health Risks
Exposure to human blood, serum, and other body fluids; materials covered under Universal Precautions; tuberculosis risk; work within three (3) feet of patients in a health‑care setting; and the need to wear a respirator.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, or protected veteran status.