Jessica Shriver
Department: Diagnostic Imaging
A Chance to Take Care of Ourselves
What do you enjoy most about being a mammography technologist?
I love taking care of women and building that relationship with my patients. As women, we are often putting other’s needs first. This is a chance to take care of ourselves and I’m happy to be a part of that.
What’s the most rewarding part of your job?
My patients
Why did you become a mammography technologist?
I was actually approached by another mammography technologist a few years out of X-ray school to become a mammography technician. She thought I would be good at mammography and wanted to teach me, and I was willing to learn.
Why do you like working at Island Health?
I love working at Island Heath because it feels like a family. Having the support of my coworkers and management is a wonderful feeling.
What do you want women to know about mammograms?
A few minutes of discomfort is worth it. Statistics show that 75% of women who get diagnosed have NO family history of breast cancer.
To schedule your mammogram, call 360.299.1315, Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m., or visit the myIslandHealth patient portal to schedule now.