Mammography Technologist

As Western New York’s premier women’s imaging provider for over 30
years, Windsong continues to offer patients the latest technology needed
to detect breast cancer at the earliest stage. But our commitment to world
-class patient care and next generation technology extends well beyond
breast imaging.

A broad network of diagnostic and treatment centers of excellence,
Windsong offers X-ray, Ultrasound, MRI, CT, PET/CT, and interventional
radiology services throughout the Buffalo area – in addition to
comprehensive women’s imaging and breast surgery services. Our goal
is to bring personalized service, world-class imaging, and compassion
together for an unparalleled patient and referring provider experience.
From Windsong’s earliest days, our commitment was to provide the
highest quality diagnostic imaging service to the community. This pledge
still guides our practice as we strive for continued excellence in this
rapidly changing healthcare environment.

Job Summary:
The Mammography Technologist operates a mammography unit to
produce images of the breasts for diagnostic purposes under the
direction of a physician. Specifically, conducts radiology exams and
documents clinically appropriate results for interpretive physicians and
records.

Duties/Responsibilities:
Creates a positive patient and customer experience by representing the
US Radiology Way

(95%) Patient Care

Demonstrates the company’s values in daily activities
Uses proper radiation protection and precautions, prepares, and
operates mammography equipment
Demonstrates use of proper positioning to produce quality
mammography studies
Operates equipment safely and competently, while obtaining high-quality
images.
Maintains requires CE’s for both ARRT and MQSA compliance.
Participates in activities/tasks to maintain compliance and accreditation
with the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) and the American
College of Radiology (ACR)
Participates in annual Inspections and documentation requires by MQSA
or ACR
Demonstrates ability to collect appropriate clinical history and correlate
findings with the procedure being performed
Ensures that comparison studies are obtained prior to sending the study
to a radiologist for interpretation
Evaluates images for technical quality, collate processed images and
sequence of exposure and labels appropriately
Applies the profession’s code of ethics in all aspects of practice
Maintains knowledge of, observes, and enforces the safety measures in
the Environment of Care Maintains accurate patient records; including documentation of
communication method, date and to whom findings were communicated
(5%) Completes other tasks and projects as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of and adherence to company policies and protocols
Knowledge of and adherence to HIPAA and safety guidelines
Knowledge of anatomy and physiology

Knowledge of current technical skills and procedural understanding to
perform a full range of scanning procedures
Knowledge of and adherence to ALARA principles
Knowledge of current Breast Imaging Reporting and Data System (BIRADS)
Knowledge of basic level computer skills
Skill in organizing and prioritizing work and following assignments
through to completion
Skill in written and verbal communication
Ability to operate and adjust scanning and ancillary equipment
Ability to take initiative to improve processes, think strategically, and
identify trends
Abilityto provide open, honest feedback to improve decision-making
Ability to maintain and build constructive relationships that produce
results Ability to work independently, as a team, and in a fast-paced
environment and meet established deadlinesAbility to be flexible in
schedule and adaptable to constant changeAbility to effectively handle
details with accuracyAbility to maintain regular attendance and on-time
approval to work as scheduledAbility to deliver high quality customer
service to internal and external customers by communicating with
integrity and compassion Ability to resolve service recovery issues and
understand when to escalate to the next level Ability to remain calm in
difficult situations

Education and Experience:
Graduate of 24-month AMA-approve School of Radiology Technology
12 months of previous experience in diagnostic radiology
ARRT certification in Radiology and Mammography Certification
Applicable State Licensure, where applicable
BLS certification preferred

Physical Requirements:
Basic lifting as required, not to exceed 50 pounds
Must be able to stand, stoop and lift and walk without restrictions.
Requires computer related activities for extended periods of time
Requires the ability to see, hear, speak, write and key

Pay: $28-$43/hourly