Mammography Technologist, Registered

Mammography is a specialized area of radiology technology that uses x-ray to image possible tumors in the breast. Mammography technologists perform screening and diagnostic mammograms according to strict quality assurance, and quality control guidelines produced by the Food and Drug Administration and the American College of Radiology. Requires additional certification from ARRT.

Place of Employment
Hospitals

High School/General Preparation
High School diploma is required.

Special Education/Training
After a degree in radiology technology there is special training in mammography techniques.

Schools
Oregon Institute of Technology
www.oit.edu

Licensure, Certification, and Registration
Oregon Board of Radiologic Technology
www.obrt.state.or.us

Professional Organizations
American Registry of Radiology Technologists
www.arrt.org

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