Mammographer

3/15/2026

The Mammographer will independently perform breast exams, document findings, and educate patients on self-exams and clinical exams. Responsibilities also include ensuring patient safety, proper identification, following protocols, and managing documentation and archiving of all exams.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

10,001+ employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

UPMC is a world-renowned, nonprofit health care provider and insurer committed to delivering exceptional, people-centered care and community services. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC is shaping the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research, and education. Dedicated to advancing the well-being of our diverse communities, we provide nearly $2 billion annually in community benefits, more than any other health system in Pennsylvania. Our 100,000 employees — including more than 5,000 physicians — care for patients across more than 40 hospitals and 800 outpatient sites in Pennsylvania, New York, and Maryland, as well as overseas. UPMC Insurance Services covers more than 4 million members, providing the highest-quality care at the most affordable price. To learn more, visit UPMC.com.

About the Role

Join the UPMC Somerset Team as a Mammographer! You'll perform imaging procedures independently, using your skills and initiative to apply ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes. UPMC is excited to offer a $10,000 sign-on bonus with a 2-year work commitment.

Schedule:

Mammography: 1-2 days per week
Radiology: Remaining days
Daylight and evening shifts, including a weekend rotation

Responsibilities:

You'll perform breast exams and document any scars, moles, or pertinent findings.
Teach patients how to perform breast self-exams and explain the importance of annual clinical breast exams.
Properly identify patients using two identifiers and follow universal protocols during procedures.
Review patient history and physician orders, applying departmental protocols for the best results.
Document patient history in electronic records as needed.
Ensure safety with radioactive materials.
Perform mammography procedures proficiently, including proper breast compression and positioning.
Prepare patients for mammography, ensuring their safety and comfort.
Clearly explain procedures to patients to ease their fears and gain their cooperation.
Make sure all exams are coded, tracked, networked for archiving and interpretation, and charges are entered.

Graduate of an ARRT approved school of Radiologic Technology.
Completion of approved Mammography Training Course that fulfills the requirements set forth by the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) in preparation for Mammography certification board examination within 30 days of hire.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

ARRT Certificate
Must obtain Mammography registration within 12 months of hire date.
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
Act 33 with renewal
Act 34 with renewal
Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Key Skills

Imaging ProceduresIonizing Radiation ApplicationBreast ExamsPatient EducationPatient IdentificationProtocol AdherenceElectronic Records DocumentationRadioactive Material SafetyMammography ProceduresBreast CompressionPatient PositioningPatient ComfortExam CodingExam TrackingExam NetworkingCharge Entry