Position Title:
Mammographer - Breast Health Network - Oklahoma City
Department:
Breast Health Central
Job Description:
This position may be filled as a Mammographer Level 1, 2, or 3, depending on individual experience, certifications, education, and other qualifications.
Special Benefits:
Sign-on bonus up to $10,000 for qualified individuals
Student loan repayment up to $25,000
Relocation assistance if moving 100+ miles
General Description:
The Mammographer performs specialized breast imaging services on OU Health patients to aid Providers in the diagnosis, care, treatment and surveillance of breast conditions, defects and/or diseases. This position is intended for those who are gaining experience as a Mammographer or experienced imaging professionals who wish to begin a career in Mammography. Work is typically performed in outpatient environments across OU Health locations.
Essential Responsibilities:
Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities, with or without an accommodation, may result in disqualification from the position.
- Under general supervision, performs diagnostic imaging on patients as ordered by a care provider.
- Ensures testing is performed safely and with the highest quality standards, maintaining a consistent focus on patient‑centric care.
- Prepares patients for procedures and reviews clinical history to align with provider-ordered tests.
- Responds to inquiries from patients and family members, provides clear information regarding diagnostic testing and expected result timelines.
- Collaborates with team members across OU Health including Providers to provide exceptional patient care.
- Utilizes a variety of highly specialized mammography equipment and techniques to perform diagnostic procedures in accordance with established scope of practice guidelines.
- Conducts post-testing quality reviews to confirm that all required elements are completed, documented and align with departmental and accreditation standards.
- Transfers images and data to the appropriate electronic health system, enters technical data/findings and prepares study for reporting by physician.
- Performs quality control checks, cleaning, disinfecting and other equipment maintenance tasks per manufacturer instructions for use and other regulatory guidelines.
- Ensures that technical quality of testing meets established protocols and applicable accreditation standards.
- Assists with quality assurance and performance improvement tasks as requested.
- May support OU Health's academic partnerships by actively engaging in teaching of students in the radiologic program.
- May serve as a departmental preceptor to provide instruction and mentorship to new or less experienced team members. Assists with onboarding of new team members.
- Supports inventory tasks as needed to help ensure supplies are available.
General Responsibilities:
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications (Level 1):
Education: Graduate of an accredited imaging/radiology program as defined by ARRT. Completion of JRCERT accredited Military Educational Program is accepted in lieu of other educational requirements.
Experience: No prior experience required.
License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) required upon hire.
ARRT(RT)(M) required within 1 year of hire.
Minimum Qualifications (Level 2):
Education: Associate's Degree from an accredited imaging/radiology program as defined by ARDMS, ARRT and/or CCI.
Experience: At least 3 years of experience as a Mammographer required.
License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) required upon hire.
ARRT(RT)(M) required.
Minimum Qualifications (Level 3):
Education: Associate's Degree from an accredited imaging/radiology program as defined by ARDMS, ARRT and/or CCI.
Experience: At least 5 years of experience as a Mammographer required.
License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.
ARRT(RT)(M) required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Skill in applying principles of mammography and/or radiologic technology, medical imaging, medical terminology, positioning of patients, and medical ethics.
- Demonstrates foundational knowledge of normal and abnormal anatomy and physiology, basic mammography principles and/or radiologic technology, medical imaging, medical terminology. Applies core mammography theory, practice and techniques to perform examinations and complete basic post-processing analysis, and documentation with general supervision or assistance.
- Demonstrates clear and respectful verbal and written communication skills to exchange basic information with patients, families, and team members.
- Ability to prioritize and complete assigned clinical and non‑clinical work tasks with guidance and direction, progressively developing independence in managing routine responsibilities.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and remain composed in stressful situations with guidance and support, progressively developing effective coping and prioritization skills.
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