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Grow Your Career in Breast Imaging with Yale New Haven Health

Are you a Radiologic Technologist looking to expand your skills and build a specialized career in Women's Imaging? Join Yale New Haven Health as a Mammography Technologist Trainee, where you'll receive hands-on training in Mammography while working alongside an experienced breast imaging team. This is an excellent opportunity to transition into a highly sought-after specialty while maintaining a predictable daytime schedule and enjoying comprehensive benefits from your first day of employment.

Why Join Us?

Full-Time Day Shift Position: Standard Schedule is Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Work-Life Balance: Saturday rotation approximately every fifth week with a weekday off in exchange

Benefits Eligible on Day 1

Paid Training & Career Development in Mammography

$6,000 Bonus Opportunity upon successful completion of Mammography training and passing Mammography boards

Work with a nationally recognized health system committed to patient-centered care

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality and efficient mammographic examinations using age-specific imaging standards to support accurate radiologic interpretation.
• Verify patient identity and examination orders prior to all procedures.
• Operate mammography and computer equipment to ensure optimal image quality and technical accuracy.
• Adhere to all ACR, FDA/MQSA, departmental, and organizational guidelines and standards.
• Conduct daily inspections and quality checks of mammography equipment, ultrasound equipment (when applicable), and supporting information systems, including RIS, PACS, and reporting systems.
• Report equipment malfunctions promptly and coordinate with service or IT support as needed.
• Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care while ensuring patient safety, comfort, and satisfaction.
• Clearly explain procedures and address patient questions or concerns before imaging begins.
• Support a welcoming and professional environment that promotes positive patient experiences.
• Help achieve departmental patient satisfaction goals through exceptional service and communication.
• Demonstrate professionalism, courtesy, and teamwork in interactions with patients, physicians, coworkers, and leadership.
• Collaborate effectively with clinical and support teams to facilitate efficient scheduling and completion of exams and procedures.
• Participate in ongoing education and training to maintain compliance with ACR, FDA/MQSA, State, and ARRT requirements.
• Complete required continuing education credits and maintain documentation as needed for accreditation and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in departmental quality, safety, and patient experience initiatives.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe imaging environment.
• Monitor and communicate supply needs to ensure uninterrupted patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA-approved Radiologic Technology program.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Demonstrated technical skills consistent with entry-level mammography standards.
• Previous breast imaging exposure is a plus but not required.
• ARRT Registered Technologist in Radiography [RT(R)] required.
• Connecticut State License required.
• Must successfully complete Mammography training and sit for Mammography boards within one year of training.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Strong patient care and customer service skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal abilities.
• Working knowledge of PACS and imaging technology systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and patient-centered care.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

Build Your Future in Women's Imaging

If you're an RT(R) seeking a rewarding specialty with meaningful patient impact, structured training, and career advancement opportunities, we'd love to hear from you. Join Yale New Haven Health and take the next step toward becoming a Mammography Technologist while enjoying the stability of a full-time day schedule and outstanding benefits.

Yale New Haven Health is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran.