Mammography Technician

The Mammography Technician performs technical work on mammography systems, including full-field digital mammography (FFDM), digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) and related stereotactic biopsy equipment. Typical work includes equipment harvesting, parts testing, repairs and installation support.

The technician uses knowledge of mammography system architecture to evaluate, test and repair parts. They work with the Mammography Modality Lead and the rest of the team to resolve issues and maintain quality.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Perform technical work on mammography systems and parts.
• Harvest, de-install and evaluate mammography systems and parts using approved processes. This includes gantries, C-arms, compression assemblies, collimators, X-ray tubes, high-voltage generators, digital detectors and acquisition workstations.
• Handle, package and store digital mammography detectors (amorphous selenium and CsI/a-Si) according to manufacturer and company requirements, including temperature, humidity, shock and ESD controls.
• Test and evaluate parts to manufacturer specifications. Tests may include detector calibration and image quality checks, tube and generator performance (kVp accuracy, mA/mAs, exposure time), AEC function, collimation and light field alignment, and compression force and thickness accuracy.
• Perform phantom-based image quality testing (such as ACR digital mammography phantom) and artifact evaluation to support part and system disposition.
• Troubleshoot mammography system and parts issues using service software, error logs, schematics and standard diagnostic methods.
• Record and interpret test results, including dose, image quality and mechanical measurements, to support part evaluation and disposition decisions.
• Complete parts-level repairs, such as compression paddles and drives, motion and positioning assemblies, bucky/grid mechanisms, filters, control boards, cabling and user interface parts.
• Support mammography system installation, calibration and acceptance activities, including stereotactic biopsy and tomosynthesis options where applicable.
• Use knowledge of mammography system architecture (X-ray production, target/filter combinations, detector technology, image chain and tomosynthesis motion) to identify, remove and evaluate parts.
• Maintain awareness of MQSA and ACR mammography quality control requirements as they relate to equipment performance, and make sure refurbished parts and systems support customer compliance.
• Accurately document work performed, including test results, calibration data, repairs, serial and configuration information, and observations.
• Follow all radiation safety, electrical safety, quality and operational procedures to ensure compliance with company standards.
• Escalate complex, non-routine or unresolved issues to the Mammography Modality Lead.
• Create, review and update mammography work instructions, test procedures and other quality-related documents, and follow all processes to ensure ISO 13485 compliance.

Job Requirements

Education and Experience

• Associate degree in Biomedical Electronics, Electronics, Radiologic Technology or a related technical field preferred.
• 2–5 years of diagnostic imaging service or in-house technical experience, with at least 1–2 years focused on mammography systems.
• Hands-on experience with one or more major FFDM/DBT platforms (for example Hologic, GE, Siemens or Fujifilm) preferred.
• OEM mammography service training, or exposure to stereotactic biopsy systems, is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of mammography system architecture and parts, including X-ray tubes, generators, digital detectors, AEC, compression systems and tomosynthesis motion.
• Understanding of mammography image quality factors and common artifacts, and how they relate to part failures.
• Familiarity with MQSA and ACR mammography QC testing concepts, including phantom imaging, dose, HVL and compression checks.
• Solid troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to accurately interpret test results and make sound part disposition decisions.
• Proficient with diagnostic equipment, hand tools and testing instruments.
• Effective technical documentation, record-keeping and communication skills.
• Time management and organizational skills to handle multiple tasks and priorities.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new mammography platforms and other imaging modalities.
• Ability to follow complex procedures while maintaining safety and quality compliance.