Mammographer - 32 hour | Day Shift

Day Kimball Healthcare•Putnam, CT

2d•$38 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

Day Kimball Health is hiring a Mammographer for its Diagnostic Imaging department in Putnam, Connecticut. This role performs professional radiological duties under the direction of a radiologist and/or DI Administration, using prescribed ionizing radiation for diagnosis and assisting physicians with practical applications and technical factors. The schedule is 32 hours per week, with eight-hour days on the first shift; weekend work is required as needed. The Mammographer performs mammography, including needle localizations and stereotactic breast biopsies, and also performs bone density exams. The position involves operating complex electronic imaging equipment, supporting image quality, explaining procedures to patients, positioning and assisting patients, and applying radiation-protection techniques. Day Kimball Health is a nonprofit, integrated healthcare provider serving northeastern Connecticut. The organization describes its workplace as supportive and collaborative, with opportunities for career growth, leadership development, mentorship, and professional growth. It is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer and a smoke-free environment.

Requirements

Completion of a two-year approved Radiological Technology Program.
Current license in the State of Connecticut.
Registered or registry-eligible with the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT).
Maintain continuing education units required to meet ARRT guidelines.
Current AHA Healthcare Provider CPR certification or equivalent within three months of hire.
Mammography registration or registry eligibility with ARRT.
Maintain annual educational requirements described by MQSA, including eight hours of digital mammography training.
High degree of technical aptitude and in-depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
Ability to set, adjust, manipulate, control, and maintain complex electronic equipment used to apply ionizing radiation for diagnosis.
Ability to measure, calculate, and select technical factors such as KVP, MA, exposure time, focal film or focal object distance, and appropriate film and accessories.

Nice To Haves

Approved computer registration according to Admitting policies, if applicable.
At least one year of practical experience performing related duties as a radiographer.

Responsibilities

Conduct mammography studies by positioning breasts, adjusting compression mechanisms, instructing patients, setting exposure factors, taking images, and preparing for subsequent positioning and views.
Maintain mammogram production and quality by following established standards and procedures, developing and observing mammograms, determining adjustments for optimum results, retaking images as needed, and forwarding completed studies to a radiologist for interpretation.
Perform all aspects of mammography, including needle localizations and stereotactic breast biopsies.
Set, adjust, manipulate, control, and maintain complex electronic equipment to apply ionizing radiation for diagnosis, using appropriate KVP, MA, exposure time, and focal film distance.
Use radiation-protection techniques, including beam-restrictive devices, patient shielding, and appropriate exposure factors, to minimize radiation to patients, staff, and self.
Explain procedures to patients and instruct and assist them in assuming the physical position required for examinations.
Perform bone density exams.
Assist physicians in selecting practical applications and technical factors for radiological procedures.

Benefits

Earned time off, including vacations and paid holidays.
Sick time and paid sick leave.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Prescription drug coverage.
401(k) retirement plan with eligible employer contributions.
Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, critical illness, and accident insurance.
Educational assistance and student loan reimbursement up to $2,500 per fiscal year.
Shift differentials for eligible evening, night, and weekend shifts.
Pay-for-performance opportunities.
Career growth, leadership development, and mentorship.
Pet insurance.
Employee wellness programs, recognition events, and Food Truck Fridays.
Weekly pay.