H-1B Visa Mammographer Jobs
Mammographer roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations because the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in radiologic technology or a related clinical field. Hospitals, imaging centers, and health systems regularly sponsor H-1B petitions for credentialed mammographers, and the 65,000 annual cap applies to most private employers.
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Mammographer - Breast Health Network - Northwest Oklahoma City - PRN
Department:
BHN-Northwest
Job Description:
General Description:
The Mammographer PRN provides specialized breast imaging services to OU Health patients to aid Providers in the diagnosis, care, treatment and surveillance of breast conditions, defects and/or diseases. Work is typically performed in outpatient environments across OU Health locations.
Essential Responsibilities:
Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities, with or without an accommodation, may result in disqualification from the position.
- Under general supervision, performs diagnostic imaging on patients as ordered by a care provider.
- Ensures testing is performed safely and with the highest quality standards, maintaining a consistent focus on patient‑centric care.
- Prepares patients for procedures and reviews clinical history to align with provider-ordered tests.
- Responds to inquiries from patients and family members, provides clear information regarding diagnostic testing and expected result timelines.
- Collaborates with team members across OU Health including Providers to provide exceptional patient care.
- Utilizes a variety of highly specialized mammography equipment and techniques to perform diagnostic procedures in accordance with established scope of practice guidelines.
- Conducts post-testing quality reviews to confirm that all required elements are completed, documented and align with departmental and accreditation standards.
- Transfers images and data to the appropriate electronic health system, enters technical data/findings and prepares study for reporting by physician.
- Performs quality control checks, cleaning, disinfecting and other equipment maintenance tasks per manufacturer instructions for use and other regulatory guidelines.
- Ensures that technical quality of testing meets established protocols and applicable accreditation standards.
- Assists with quality assurance and performance improvement tasks as requested.
- May support OU Health's academic partnerships by actively engaging in teaching of students in the radiologic program.
- May serve as a departmental preceptor to provide instruction and mentorship to new or less experienced team members. Assists with onboarding of new team members.
- Supports inventory tasks as needed to help ensure supplies are available.
General Responsibilities:
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Graduate of an accredited imaging/radiology program as defined by ARRT.
Completion of JRCERT accredited Military Educational Program is accepted in lieu of other educational requirements.
Experience: At least 1 year of experience as a Mammographer required.
License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.
ARRT(RT)(M) required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Solid knowledge of normal and abnormal anatomy and physiology, mammography principles and radiologic terminology. Applies core-level primary specialty theory and techniques to independently perform mammography exams, complete post-processing and image analysis, and accurately annotate study data and procedure documentation with minimal guidance.
- Ability to prioritize and independently complete clinical and non-clinical work assignments with limited direction.
- Communicates effectively through verbal and written means to convey accurate, timely information and collaborate with patients, families, and multidisciplinary team members.
- Ability to prioritize and independently complete clinical and non-clinical work assignments with limited direction, applying sound judgment to manage workload, competing priorities, and changing demands.
- Ability to multitask and remain calm in stressful situations, independently adjusting priorities and maintaining focus in fast-paced or changing environments.
Current OU Health Employees - Please click HERE to login.
OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.
Position Title:
Mammographer - Breast Health Network - Northwest Oklahoma City - PRN
Department:
BHN-Northwest
Job Description:
General Description:
The Mammographer PRN provides specialized breast imaging services to OU Health patients to aid Providers in the diagnosis, care, treatment and surveillance of breast conditions, defects and/or diseases. Work is typically performed in outpatient environments across OU Health locations.
Essential Responsibilities:
Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities, with or without an accommodation, may result in disqualification from the position.
- Under general supervision, performs diagnostic imaging on patients as ordered by a care provider.
- Ensures testing is performed safely and with the highest quality standards, maintaining a consistent focus on patient‑centric care.
- Prepares patients for procedures and reviews clinical history to align with provider-ordered tests.
- Responds to inquiries from patients and family members, provides clear information regarding diagnostic testing and expected result timelines.
- Collaborates with team members across OU Health including Providers to provide exceptional patient care.
- Utilizes a variety of highly specialized mammography equipment and techniques to perform diagnostic procedures in accordance with established scope of practice guidelines.
- Conducts post-testing quality reviews to confirm that all required elements are completed, documented and align with departmental and accreditation standards.
- Transfers images and data to the appropriate electronic health system, enters technical data/findings and prepares study for reporting by physician.
- Performs quality control checks, cleaning, disinfecting and other equipment maintenance tasks per manufacturer instructions for use and other regulatory guidelines.
- Ensures that technical quality of testing meets established protocols and applicable accreditation standards.
- Assists with quality assurance and performance improvement tasks as requested.
- May support OU Health's academic partnerships by actively engaging in teaching of students in the radiologic program.
- May serve as a departmental preceptor to provide instruction and mentorship to new or less experienced team members. Assists with onboarding of new team members.
- Supports inventory tasks as needed to help ensure supplies are available.
General Responsibilities:
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Graduate of an accredited imaging/radiology program as defined by ARRT.
Completion of JRCERT accredited Military Educational Program is accepted in lieu of other educational requirements.
Experience: At least 1 year of experience as a Mammographer required.
License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.
ARRT(RT)(M) required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Solid knowledge of normal and abnormal anatomy and physiology, mammography principles and radiologic terminology. Applies core-level primary specialty theory and techniques to independently perform mammography exams, complete post-processing and image analysis, and accurately annotate study data and procedure documentation with minimal guidance.
- Ability to prioritize and independently complete clinical and non-clinical work assignments with limited direction.
- Communicates effectively through verbal and written means to convey accurate, timely information and collaborate with patients, families, and multidisciplinary team members.
- Ability to prioritize and independently complete clinical and non-clinical work assignments with limited direction, applying sound judgment to manage workload, competing priorities, and changing demands.
- Ability to multitask and remain calm in stressful situations, independently adjusting priorities and maintaining focus in fast-paced or changing environments.
Current OU Health Employees - Please click HERE to login.
OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Mammographer
Verify your ARRT credentials transfer correctly
USCIS evaluates your degree and ARRT certification together when assessing specialty occupation. Confirm your mammography specialty certification is current before your employer files, since a lapsed credential can trigger an RFE.
Target hospital systems over independent clinics
Large hospital networks and academic medical centers file H-1B petitions routinely and have in-house immigration counsel. Smaller imaging-only clinics often lack the infrastructure to sponsor, so filtering by employer type saves time early in your search.
Search H-1B filing history on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter mammographer roles by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history. That DOL Labor Condition Application data shows which health systems have sponsored this specific occupation, not just clinical roles broadly.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your geographic area and experience level. Run your job title through the OFLC Wage Search before you reach the offer stage so you know the floor and can negotiate above it.
Ask your employer about cap-exempt facility status
If you're hired by a nonprofit hospital, university medical center, or government-affiliated facility, your employer may qualify as cap-exempt, letting you file outside the April lottery window at any time of year.
File premium processing if your start date is firm
Mammography departments often backfill vacancies on a set timeline. If your employer needs you on-site by a specific date, request premium processing when USCIS files Form I-129 to get a decision within 15 business days.
H-1B Visa Mammographer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a mammographer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS classifies mammographer positions as specialty occupations when the employer requires at least a bachelor's degree in radiologic technology, medical imaging, or a directly related clinical field. The O*NET occupation profile for radiologic technologists supports the degree requirement. If your employer lists the degree as preferred rather than required, that wording can weaken the petition, so verify the job description before your employer files.
Which employers are most likely to sponsor H-1B visas for mammographers?
Hospital systems, academic medical centers, and large outpatient imaging networks file H-1B petitions for mammographers most consistently. Standalone breast imaging clinics and mobile mammography units rarely have the legal infrastructure to sponsor. You can filter by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for imaging roles on Migrate Mate, which pulls directly from DOL disclosure data.
Does my ARRT mammography certification affect my H-1B petition?
It strengthens the specialty occupation argument but doesn't replace the degree requirement. USCIS looks primarily at whether the role requires a specific bachelor's degree, not just a certification. Your ARRT mammography specialty certification demonstrates professional credentialing and supports the employer's job description, but your underlying radiologic technology or clinical degree is what satisfies the statutory standard.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer closes a mammography unit?
If your employer terminates your position, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer, change to another visa status, or depart the country. A new employer can file an H-1B transfer petition during that window without waiting for a new lottery slot if you've already been counted against the cap in a previous fiscal year.
Can a mammographer work at multiple imaging sites under one H-1B?
Yes, but each worksite location must be covered by a certified LCA filed with DOL before you begin working there. If your employer adds a new facility after the original petition is approved, they must post the LCA at the new location and may need to amend the I-129 with USCIS depending on whether the new site is a material change to your work location.