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A Mammographer performs specialised imaging procedures to screen and diagnose breast conditions. You might work in hospitals, imaging centres, or clinics. Mammographers focus on operating mammography equipment, capturing high-quality breast images, and ensuring accurate diagnoses. You’ll work closely with radiologists to interpret images and provide essential data for patient care.
Mammographers play a crucial role in early breast cancer detection and patient health. You’ll need to be detail-oriented and empathetic, with strong technical and communication skills. You’ll interact with patients to explain procedures, provide comfort, and ensure they receive the highest standard of care throughout their imaging experience.
There is one course available for people who want to become a Mammographer.
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Become a registered diagnostic radiographer with the Bachelor of Medical Imaging. This hands-on degree program can lead to employment in hospitals, clinics, or community health care, and includes a number of clinical placements at live workplaces. The program includes: medical radiation science, principles of medical imaging, medical imaging practice, cutting-edge diagnostic imaging tools. Graduates are eligible for registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Enquire now for the list of admissions criteria and entry requirements, radiography career outcomes, and universities near you that offer the Bachelor of Medical Imaging..
Average duration: 36 months.
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Here are some potential career pathways within radiography and medical imaging. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Radiography and Medical Imaging
Medical Imaging Assistant
$1,050 weekly pay
Mammographer
$1,955 weekly pay
Medical Physicist
$1,250 weekly pay
MRI Technologist
$1,505 weekly pay
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
PET Technologist
$1,650 weekly pay
Radiation Safety Officer
Radiation Therapist
$1,630 weekly pay
Radiographer
$1,340 weekly pay
Medical Imaging Technologist
$1,900 weekly pay
Sonographer