MAMMOGRAPHER RESUME EXAMPLE

Emily Carter

Dallas, TX

(214) 555-1832

emilycarter.rad@gmail.com

linkedin.com/in/emilycarter

SUMMARY

Results-driven For the Mammographer role with 1+ years of experience in mammography imaging, patient positioning, and radiation safety within diagnostic healthcare. Proven record of achieving 95% first-pass image acceptance and reducing repeat imaging rates by 15%. Expertise in PACS systems and image quality evaluation to optimize diagnostic workflows, mitigate patient risk, and drive accurate clinical outcomes.

SKILLS

Mammography Imaging

Patient Positioning

Radiation Safety

PACS Systems

Image Evaluation

Clinical Documentation

EXPERIENCE

Mammography Technologist

Lone Star Imaging Center, Dallas, TX

June 2024 – Present

• Performed 25+ daily mammography exams, achieving 95% first-pass image quality and reducing repeat imaging rates by 12%
• Positioned patients and adjusted technical parameters, improving diagnostic accuracy and minimizing motion artifacts by 15%
• Submitted imaging to PACS with 100% accuracy, reducing reporting delays by 20%
• Educated patients on procedures and breast health, increasing patient compliance and satisfaction scores by 25%

Radiology Assistant (Intern)

North Valley Medical Imaging (180 employees), Plano, TX

August 2023 – May 2024

• Assisted radiologists during imaging procedures, supporting workflow efficiency across 30+ daily patient exams
• Maintained exam room readiness and supplies, reducing preparation delays by 18%
• Documented patient data in RIS systems with 98% accuracy, improving record completeness
• Supported patient transport and positioning, enhancing safety and reducing procedure setup time by 10%

EDUCATION

Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology

Collin College, McKinney, TX

Michael Torres

Phoenix, AZ

(602) 555-7421

m.torres.imaging@gmail.com

linkedin.com/in/michaeltorres-imaging

SUMMARY

Results-driven For the Mammographer role with 4+ years of experience in breast imaging, PACS workflow, and diagnostic procedures within radiology services. Proven record of achieving 98% on-time exam completion and reducing technical recall rates to under 5%. Expertise in image quality assurance and RIS management to optimize diagnostic accuracy, mitigate compliance risks, and drive efficient imaging operations.

SKILLS

Digital Mammography

RIS Management

PACS Workflow

Radiation Protection

Image Quality QA

Biopsy Assistance

EXPERIENCE

Mammography Technologist

Desert Ridge Imaging Group, Phoenix, AZ

March 2022 – Present

• Conducted 30–40 daily mammography and tomosynthesis exams, maintaining repeat rates below 5%
• Managed PACS and RIS workflows, reducing image processing delays by 20% and improving report turnaround time
• Assisted in 150+ biopsy procedures annually, ensuring sterile technique and reducing complication rates
• Performed QA checks and equipment monitoring, maintaining full MQSA compliance with zero audit deficiencies

Radiologic Technologist

SunCare Diagnostic Center, Mesa, AZ

July 2020 – February 2022

• Executed diagnostic imaging procedures, achieving 96% image acceptance rate on first submission
• Evaluated imaging for quality factors, reducing technical callbacks by 18% through proactive corrections
• Coordinated patient scheduling and follow-ups, improving adherence rates by 22%
• Maintained accurate documentation in RIS, reducing coding errors by 15%

EDUCATION

Associate Degree in Radiologic Sciences

Gateway Community College, Phoenix, AZ

Jennifer L. Whitmore, RT(M), ARRT

Boston, MA

(617) 555-9084

jennifer.whitmore.radiology@outlook.com

linkedin.com/in/jenniferlwhitmore

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Results-driven For the Mammographer role with 9+ years of experience in breast imaging, interventional procedures, and quality assurance within advanced diagnostic centers. Proven record of achieving 99% diagnostic image accuracy and reducing callback rates by 30%. Expertise in stereotactic biopsy support and regulatory compliance to optimize imaging operations, mitigate clinical risk, and drive high-quality patient care outcomes.

CORE SKILLS

Tomosynthesis Imaging

Breast Ultrasound

Quality Assurance

Stereotactic Biopsy

RIS Systems

Regulatory Compliance

EXPERIENCE

Senior Mammography Technologist

Harborview Breast Imaging Center, Boston, MA

January 2020 – Present

• Led breast imaging services, including mammography, ultrasound, and DEXA, supporting 40+ daily exams with 99% diagnostic accuracy
• Directed QA and compliance programs, maintaining full MQSA, ACR, and FDA accreditation with zero deficiencies
• Trained and mentored 10+ technologists annually, improving team competency scores by 25%
• Assisted in 200+ advanced procedures yearly, including stereotactic biopsies and wire localizations with high procedural success rates
• Optimized patient workflow and scheduling systems, increasing departmental efficiency by 20%

Mammography Technologist

Northeast Radiology Associates, Cambridge, MA

June 2016 – December 2019

• Performed high-volume mammography exams, maintaining repeat rates under 4% through precise positioning and technique
• Managed PACS and RIS documentation, improving data accuracy and reducing reporting discrepancies by 18%
• Conducted equipment QA testing and maintenance, ensuring continuous operational readiness and compliance
• Educated patients and coordinated care with physicians, increasing screening adherence rates by 28%

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences

University of Massachusetts, Lowell, MA

• Delivered skilled mammography patient care across high-volume imaging centers, performing 25–40 daily exams while ensuring diagnostic accuracy, patient safety, and adherence to MQSA, FDA, and ACR standards.
• Interpreted safety protocols and technical manuals to execute screening and diagnostic mammography procedures, achieving consistent image quality scores above 95% and minimizing repeat imaging rates.
• Operated digital mammography systems and RIS, PACS, and portal platforms to capture complete exam data, reducing reporting errors by 20% and improving radiologist turnaround efficiency.
• Evaluated imaging studies for optimal positioning and exposure factors, proactively troubleshooting equipment and workflow issues to maintain uninterrupted operations and meet strict departmental timelines.
• Coordinated with radiologists and clinical staff to support complex procedures, ensuring accurate documentation and contributing to compliance readiness for JCAHO audits with zero major deficiencies.
• Maintained exam rooms, supply levels, and technical holds within operational thresholds, resolving backlog issues within 48 hours while supporting flexible scheduling demands in a fast-paced diagnostic environment.

Core Skills:

• Digital Mammography
• RIS Systems
• PACS Imaging
• Radiation Safety
• Image Quality Control
• Regulatory Compliance

• Educated patients on imaging procedures and care pathways, improving engagement and compliance rates by over 30% through clear communication tailored to diverse clinical and emotional needs.
• Conducted comprehensive subjective and objective assessments to identify patient health requirements, contributing to accurate diagnostic pathways and reducing incomplete imaging cases by 15%.
• Synthesized clinical data within imaging contexts to support diagnostic decisions, ensuring 98% accuracy in preliminary interpretations and timely information sharing with multidisciplinary teams.
• Applied structured clinical reasoning frameworks during procedures to optimize imaging outcomes, enhancing diagnostic quality while minimizing patient discomfort and procedural delays.
• Collaborated with radiologists and healthcare professionals to evaluate imaging implications, facilitating risk-informed decisions and appropriate referrals in over 200 complex patient cases annually.
• Documented and communicated patient findings effectively across care teams, strengthening continuity of care and reducing follow-up discrepancies by 25% in high-volume clinical settings.

Core Skills:

• Clinical Assessment
• Diagnostic Imaging
• Patient Communication
• Clinical Reasoning
• Data Interpretation
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration

• Reviewed patient charts and medical histories prior to imaging, ensuring 100% protocol alignment and identifying critical risk factors to support accurate mammography planning and patient safety.
• Instructed patients on exam procedures and expectations, improving cooperation rates by 25% and reducing motion artifacts that could compromise diagnostic image quality.
• Executed screening and diagnostic mammography exams in compliance with established protocols, consistently achieving high-quality imaging outputs with repeat rates maintained below 5%.
• Applied radiation protection techniques to minimize exposure for patients and staff, maintaining full compliance with MQSA and FDA standards during all imaging procedures.
• Managed image transfer and data integrity within PACS systems, ensuring seamless availability for radiologist review and reducing processing delays by 20% across imaging workflows.
• Coordinated scheduling, follow-ups, and accreditation activities while maintaining equipment inspections and supply readiness, supporting ACR compliance and improving patient follow-up adherence by 30%.

Core Skills:

• Mammography Protocols
• PACS Systems
• Radiation Protection
• Quality Assurance
• Image Transfer
• Regulatory Compliance

• Applied ACR BI-RADS terminology to assess and categorize imaging findings, supporting standardized reporting and improving diagnostic clarity across 95% of reviewed mammography cases.
• Evaluated patient history and clinical inputs to determine appropriate imaging protocols, accurately modifying procedure codes and reducing coding discrepancies by 20% within radiology workflows.
• Performed mammography exams within scheduled timeframes, maintaining over 98% on-time completion rates while adhering to departmental protocols and ensuring consistent patient throughput.
• Operated imaging systems to manage data workflows, including transmission troubleshooting and image correction, decreasing failed uploads and reprocessing incidents by 25%.
• Positioned and instructed patients based on individual clinical needs, optimizing image quality and reducing technical recall rates through precise alignment and patient cooperation techniques.
• Verified image quality through QA processes by comparing current and prior studies in PACS and maintaining RIS data accuracy, lowering callback rates and documentation errors by 30%.

Core Skills:

• BI-RADS Classification
• RIS Management
• PACS Workflow
• Image Quality QA
• Procedure Coding
• Radiology Protocols

• Adhered to hospital and departmental policies, including hand hygiene, universal protocols, and patient identification, achieving 100% compliance in internal audits and reinforcing a culture of patient safety.
• Maintained active certifications and continuing education for MA licensure, MQSA, and CPR, ensuring uninterrupted clinical eligibility and alignment with evolving regulatory standards.
• Applied sterile techniques during imaging procedures, minimizing infection risks and supporting safe patient care across high-volume diagnostic environments.
• Utilized Epic, MagView, and Visage PACS systems to manage patient data and imaging workflows, improving documentation accuracy and system efficiency by 20%.
• Safeguarded patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA and internal security policies, preventing data breaches while maintaining secure access protocols across all systems.
• Reported safety incidents through MGH Safety Reporting System and maintained exam room readiness, contributing to proactive risk management and reducing operational delays by 15%.

Core Skills:

• Epic Systems
• MagView Software
• Visage PACS
• HIPAA Compliance
• Sterile Technique
• Safety Reporting

• Transported, transferred, and positioned patients for mammography procedures, ensuring safety and comfort while supporting efficient workflow across 30+ daily imaging cases in a high-volume radiology department.
• Calculated technical imaging factors and operated radiographic equipment, producing high-quality diagnostic images with accurate patient identification and reducing repeat imaging rates by 15%.
• Implemented radiation safety measures and assisted physicians with contrast administration and sterile procedures, maintaining full compliance with clinical safety standards and minimizing patient risk.
• Labeled tissue samples and imaging outputs accurately, ensuring traceability and reducing specimen identification errors by 20% in diagnostic and biopsy workflows.
• Mentored radiologic technologist students in mammography techniques, sterile practices, and departmental protocols, improving training outcomes and contributing to consistent clinical performance standards.
• Supported quality improvement initiatives and maintained RIS data accuracy for scheduling and tracking, enhancing departmental efficiency while upholding patient confidentiality and professional care standards.

Core Skills:

• Radiographic Positioning
• Technical Imaging
• Radiation Safety
• RIS Management
• Sterile Procedures
• Quality Improvement

• Attended staff trainings and maintained CEU compliance with ARRT and Massachusetts licensure, ensuring continuous professional development and adherence to evolving mammography regulations and clinical standards.
• Oriented and trained new technologists on mammography procedures and departmental policies, improving onboarding efficiency and reducing competency gaps within multidisciplinary imaging teams.
• Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and coordinated timely repairs, minimizing downtime and maintaining operational continuity across multiple imaging units and off-site clinical locations.
• Executed comprehensive breast imaging procedures including mammography, ultrasound, biopsies, and wire localizations, supporting over 200 complex diagnostic cases annually with high clinical accuracy.
• Performed quality control testing in accordance with MQSA and regulatory standards, ensuring consistent imaging performance and maintaining full accreditation compliance across all assigned facilities.
• Demonstrated independent judgment under pressure while managing scheduling, data entry, and cross-functional duties, enhancing workflow efficiency and supporting seamless departmental operations.

Core Skills:

• Breast Imaging
• Quality Control
• Ultrasound Imaging
• Biopsy Procedures
• Equipment Troubleshooting
• Clinical Data Entry

• Adjusted patient positioning based on anatomical variations and clinical history, optimizing breast imaging views and reducing repeat exams by 20% through precise technique adaptation.
• Prepared and loaded mammography cassettes with correct film selection, ensuring consistent image quality and supporting accurate diagnostic interpretation across all performed procedures.
• Reviewed mammography images prior to patient discharge, identifying positioning or technical issues and achieving over 95% first-pass diagnostic acceptability for radiologist evaluation.
• Maintained imaging equipment and QA tools including phantom devices and densitometers, performing daily checks and ensuring full compliance with MQSA quality assurance standards.
• Documented patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately within clinical systems, improving record completeness by 25% and supporting continuity of care across multidisciplinary teams.
• Collaborated with physicians, staff, and patients to foster effective communication and coordinated care delivery, enhancing patient satisfaction scores and strengthening interdepartmental relationships.

Core Skills:

• Patient Positioning
• Mammography QA
• Image Evaluation
• Equipment Calibration
• Clinical Documentation
• Interdisciplinary Communication

• Collaborated with sonographers and radiographers to interpret multimodal imaging results, delivering accurate clinical summaries and structured reports that improved diagnostic turnaround time by 20%.
• Performed advanced breast imaging procedures including digital mammography, tomosynthesis, DEXA, and ultrasound, supporting over 30 daily exams with high diagnostic accuracy and protocol compliance.
• Assisted radiologists during stereotactic and ultrasound-guided biopsies, providing post-procedure care and reducing patient complications through precise technique and adherence to sterile standards.
• Collected comprehensive patient histories and prior imaging data, enabling informed diagnostic decisions and improving radiologist interpretation efficiency by 25% across complex cases.
• Coordinated patient flow and daily exam schedules, ensuring 100% exam completion rates while maintaining smooth operations in fast-paced clinical environments.
• Trained and coached clinical staff while enforcing safety protocols and operational standards, strengthening team performance and maintaining full compliance with regulatory and organizational requirements.

Core Skills:

• Tomosynthesis Imaging
• Breast Ultrasound
• DEXA Scanning
• Biopsy Assistance
• Patient Flow Coordination
• Clinical Reporting

• Prepared imaging and ultrasound rooms with proper cleaning and supply management, ensuring readiness for 100% of scheduled procedures while meeting strict departmental and regulatory standards.
• Assisted radiologists during interventional breast procedures, enhancing procedural efficiency and maintaining high patient care standards across complex diagnostic and biopsy cases.
• Communicated appointment delays and coordinated patient flow with staff and referring physicians, improving patient satisfaction scores and reducing scheduling disruptions by 15%.
• Executed mammography exams following established protocols, consistently producing high-quality images and maintaining technical repeat rates at or below 1% across all screenings.
• Utilized RIS, EPIC, and PACS systems to document patient data and imaging workflows, ensuring accurate records and compliance with privacy and confidentiality requirements.
• Trained students and supported departmental operations by monitoring equipment, reporting issues, and maintaining productivity standards, contributing to continuous service quality improvement.

Core Skills:

• EPIC Systems
• PACS Candelis
• RIS Workflow
• Image Quality
• Interventional Support
• Clinical Training

• Operated mammography equipment to perform diagnostic procedures, delivering high-quality imaging for 25–35 patients daily while adhering to established clinical protocols and safety standards.
• Positioned patients and selected precise technical parameters based on anatomy and clinical indications, improving image accuracy and reducing repeat rates by 15%.
• Educated patients on procedures and preventive breast health, increasing screening compliance rates and enhancing patient understanding of early detection benefits.
• Evaluated images for density, contrast, and distortion, ensuring over 95% first-pass acceptance rates and supporting accurate radiologist interpretation.
• Applied radiation safety guidelines and monitored equipment performance, maintaining full regulatory compliance and minimizing exposure risks for patients and staff.
• Submitted accurately labeled images and complete documentation to PACS systems while maintaining clean, organized workspaces, supporting efficient workflows and consistent departmental readiness.

Core Skills:

• Mammography Imaging
• Patient Positioning
• Radiation Safety
• Image Evaluation
• PACS Systems
• Equipment Operation

• Performed comprehensive breast examinations documenting scars, moles, and clinical findings, improving diagnostic completeness and supporting accurate radiologic interpretation across diverse patient populations.
• Educated patients on breast self-examination and preventive care, increasing annual screening adherence rates by 30% through clear communication and personalized health guidance.
• Verified patient identity using dual identifiers and applied universal protocols, achieving 100% compliance with safety standards and reducing procedural risks.
• Reviewed patient histories and physician orders to apply appropriate imaging protocols, optimizing data acquisition quality and reducing diagnostic discrepancies by 20%.
• Executed advanced mammography techniques, including compression, positioning, and specialized views, ensuring high diagnostic image quality while assisting in over 150 invasive procedures annually.
• Managed RIS documentation, contrast administration, and quality control processes, maintaining accurate records and ensuring imaging systems met performance and regulatory standards.

Core Skills:

• Breast Examination
• RIS Documentation
• Mammography Techniques
• Radiation Safety
• Contrast Administration
• Biopsy Assistance

• Determined appropriate mammographic techniques and patient positioning for each exam, achieving over 95% diagnostic-quality imaging and ensuring adherence to established radiographic interpretation standards.
• Delivered specialized mammography and general imaging services, supporting diverse patient populations while maintaining high clinical accuracy and contributing to improved diagnostic confidence across cases.
• Participated in advanced procedures, including galactograms, needle localizations, and stereotactic biopsies, assisting in over 120 complex interventions annually with strong procedural precision.
• Implemented quality control and assurance protocols, maintaining full compliance with regulatory standards and reducing technical errors by 20% through proactive monitoring and corrective actions.
• Managed departmental supplies and maintained safe clinical environments, ensuring uninterrupted operations and reducing equipment or material shortages by 15% across imaging units.
• Collaborated across modalities while providing patient education and specialized guidance, enhancing care quality and supporting continuous professional development within a dynamic radiology department.

Core Skills:

• Mammography Techniques
• Stereotactic Biopsy
• Quality Assurance
• Patient Positioning
• Radiographic Imaging
• Clinical Education