Description

Mammography Technologist - Breast Center

Job Description
Compensation: $33.08 – $49.62/ hour (Exact rate is determined on a case-by-case basis commensurate with experience level, as well as education and certifications pertaining to each position which may be above the listed job requirements.)

Schedule: Per Diem (As-Needed). Enjoy daytime flexibility with predictable weekday and evening shifts to fit your lifestyle.

Why Choose Glens Falls Hospital?

• True Schedule Flexibility: Build a schedule that fits your lifestyle. Perfect for semi-retired techs, working parents, or those seeking premium secondary income.
• Advanced Patient Care: Partner directly with leading Breast Imaging Radiologists in a supportive, state-of-the-art environment.
• Community Impact: Deliver life-saving preventative care right here in the Glens Falls and gateway Adirondack community.

The Impact You Can Make
As a Per Diem Mammography Technologist, you will use your specialized expertise and compassionate patient care to perform high-quality breast imaging procedures. You will work closely with our radiology team, ensuring strict adherence to radiation protection standards while providing a safe, comfortable experience for every patient.

How You Will Fulfill Your Potential (Responsibilities)

• Perform mammograms to precise ACR standards, adapting views confidently based on departmental protocols and unique patient physical needs
• Assist radiologists and physicians with specialized breast imaging procedures
• Maintain an expert working knowledge of mammography equipment and advanced diagnostic technology
• Respond warmly to information requests from patients, scheduling teams, and internal departments
• Build and maintain positive, collaborative working relationships across the Albany Medical Health System network

What You Bring (Qualifications)

• Education: Successful completion of an accredited 2-year Radiologic Technology Program
• Licensure: Active New York State (NYS) Radiologic Technologist License
• Credentials: Current ARRT registration with specific ARRT Mammography Certification
• Certification: Current BLS Certification (or obtained at time of hire)
• MQSA Compliance Requirements: 
• 40 hours of initial digital mammography training.
• 15 mammography-specific CMEs earned within the last 36 months.
• Documentation of 200 mammograms performed within the last 24 months.
• Skills/Abilities:
• Performs mammograms to ACR standards
• Appropriate views for particular exam as per radiologist/department protocol
• Ability to perform acceptable alternatives when patient condition requires them
• Ability to physically assist patient to obtain high quality mammogram.
• Assists physicians/radiologists with specialized procedures
• Maintains working knowledge of mammography equipment.
• Responds to information requests from patients, scheduling or other departments
• Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with all staff within the Albany Medical Health System