Mammography Technologist - Grove

Mammography Technologist - The Grove Ochsner Medical Complex - Full Time

Join Ochsner Health as a Mammography Technologist. In collaboration with staff radiologists, you will assess patients and safely perform advanced breast imaging procedures in accordance with prescribed radiation safety procedures and protocols. A sign‑on bonus is available for eligible candidates.

• Completion of an approved Radiologic Technology program.

• Preferred:
  Mammography experience.

• Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or ARRT registry eligible, registered by the American Registry within 90 days of employment, with temporary state license.
• Current unrestricted state license in the state of practice.
• Advanced certification in mammography within 1 year of hire/transfer.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web‑based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.

• Verifies physician order and procedure to ensure accuracy.
• Uses radiology information systems to facilitate care.
• Explains procedure to patient to ensure understanding.
• Independently operates equipment to complete imaging procedure according to protocol.
• Reviews patient images prior to transmission to ensure images meet diagnostic quality standards.
• Completes timely quality control procedures in accordance with regulatory standards and performs notification/remediation as warranted.
• Assists in the facilitation of departmental operations (inventory, staff schedules, equipment maintenance, etc.).
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, and adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed.
• Performs other related duties as required.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Moderate physical activity, including occasional lifting up to 50 pounds. Exposure to blood, body fluid, and hazardous chemicals may occur during patient care and equipment maintenance.