Geisinger·Tunkhannock, Pennsylvania
Perform mammographic and sonographic breast imaging procedures to acquire data for diagnosis by licensed practitioners. Ensure patient safety and technical quality while adhering to radiation safety protocols and institutional policies.
Location: Geisinger Wyoming Valley (GWV)
Shift: Days (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
$7,500 sign on bonus for eligible applicants!!
This posting reflects an opening for an Mamo Tech I and we are seeking candidates for that position. Geisinger reserves the right to consider applicants for higher levels of this role to include Mamo Tech II based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
Mammography Technologists are responsible for the administration of ionizing radiation and multi-frequency sound waves for diagnostic, therapeutic or research purposes. A mammographer performs breast imaging procedures and acquires and analyzes data, including mammographic and sonographic images needed for diagnosis, at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed practitioner.
Mammography Technologists independently perform or assist the licensed practitioner in the completion of mammographic and sonographic breast imaging procedures. Mammography Technologists prepare, administer and document activities related to medications and radiation exposure in accordance with federal and state laws, regulations, or lawful institutional policy.
Certification by the American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT) required upon hire.
New graduates must obtain ARRT-R registry prior to first day of employment.
Specialty: Certification by the ARRT in Mammography must be obtained within 12 months of hire.
Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology (Required), Bachelor's Degree-Related Field of Study (Preferred)
Experience: Minimum of 1 year-Related work experience (Preferred)
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Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.
KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.
We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality.
We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
Requires graduation from a Radiologic Technology specialty training program and ARRT-R certification upon hire. ARRT certification in Mammography must be obtained within 12 months of employment.
Market context
In Pennsylvania, mammography technologists are typically sought in hospitals, imaging centers, and women’s health practices that need consistent breast imaging coverage. These roles are competitive because employers often look for ARRT certification, state radiology registration, current CPR/BLS, and hands-on 3D mammography experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm your experience with 3D mammography before applying.
