Mammography Technologist - PRN

Mammography Technologist – Duke Regional Hospital

At Duke Health, we are committed to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. This position involves performing a variety of technical activities associated with screening and diagnostic mammography procedures in our 388‑bed Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, North Carolina.

• Operate mammographic radiographic equipment and other devices as appropriate.
• Position patients, using immobilization when necessary, and calculate exposure factors while assisting physicians.
• Perform quality‑control functions related to mammography.
• Evaluate radiographs for diagnostic quality and obtain additional images as needed.
• Prepare and set up medical supplies using aseptic techniques when appropriate; explain procedures to patients.
• Charge mammographic procedures and supplies in Maestro or EPIC.
• Provide orientation and education to new and student Mammographers.
• Assist in maintenance and compilation of statistical data.
• Demonstrate proficiency in performing all breast imaging procedures, including breast interventional procedures.
• Monitor mammography section procedures and supply charges to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work herein.

• Education: Graduate or complete a program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification, or currently hold required registry or certification.
• Experience:
  • Level I:
    Obtain ARRT certification at time of employment and perform a minimum of 25 mammography exams under direct supervision of an appropriate MQSA‑qualified individual; at least 8 hours of training in using any modality before independent use.
  • Level II:
    Minimum of two years’ experience as a Mammography technologist, performing at least 200 mammography examinations in a 24‑month period.
  • Level III:
    Minimum of four years’ experience within the specialty modality in which they are seeking promotion.
• Certifications:
  • ARRT certification in radiography.
  • ARRT advanced certification in mammography.
  • FDA/MQSA qualified including at least 15 CEUs in a 36‑month period, with at least 6 CEUs in each mammographic modality used.
  • BLS certification.
• Level I technologists must have at least 40 hours of documented training in mammography if qualifying on or after 28 April 1999.

Essential job functions may include specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and accommodation provisions will be provided by the hiring department.

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to employment opportunity without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy‑related conditions), sexual orientation or military status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging.