Mammography and Dexa /X-ray Technologist

Akumin • Sarasota, FL

9h

About The Position

Our Mammographer p erforms screening and diagnostic mammography exams utilizing advanced 2D/3D equipment with thorough patient history/information collected, to provide interpreting Radiologist an accurate clinical history of patient signs and symptoms. Specific duties include, but are not limited to: Performs mammogram exams on patients. Obtains patient history, prior films/reports, and any other supportive role information that is needed (RIS/PACS, burn discs). Performs Quality Control (QC) needed for FDA/ACR. Provides imaging support to other modalities in center (x-ray/ bone density, etc). Works with mammogram letters (results/reminders).

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience required; Associate's Degree preferred.
• Certificate from College or Technical School Mammography Program (State approved)
• ARRT (M)
• State License, if applicable.
• CPR certification
• As applicable, valid state driver’s license.
• Must have met initial requirements under MQSA standards.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs.
• The employee will be exposed to a strong magnetic field.
• May be exposed to blood/body fluids and infectious disease.
• More than 50% of the time: Sit, stand, walk.
• Repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs.
• See, speak and hear to be able to communicate with patients.
• Less than 50% of the time: Stoop, kneel or crawl.
• Climb and balance.
• Carry and lift (ability to move non-ambulatory patients from a sitting or lying position for transfer or to exam).

Nice To Haves

• Associate's Degree

Responsibilities

• Performs mammogram exams on patients.
• Obtains patient history, prior films/reports, and any other supportive role information that is needed (RIS/PACS, burn discs).
• Performs Quality Control (QC) needed for FDA/ACR.
• Provides imaging support to other modalities in center (x-ray/ bone density, etc).
• Works with mammogram letters (results/reminders).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees