Multi-Modality Technologist

c90b6bd2-a9b5-4966-a3d8-81f5f23a9bbd•Vernon, CT

2d•$33 - $53•Onsite

About The Position

Midstate Radiology Associates (MRA) is hiring a full-time Mammography/X-ray Technologist for its Vernon Imaging location. The role performs diagnostic and therapeutic mammographic procedures in a hospital or outpatient-based facility, following established protocols to support physician diagnosis and treatment. Depending on location, the technologist may cover Mammography, X-ray, and DEXA. MRA will train the right candidate in mammography and DEXA. The technologist operates digital tomosynthesis mammography equipment and performs radiological and therapeutic examinations. Duties include positioning and preparing patients, preparing contrast media, selecting appropriate technical and exposure factors, and producing accurate digital and/or analog images. The role follows department, hospital, state, ACR, TJC, OSHA, MQSA, and FDA quality-control requirements. This position is based at the Vernon Imaging location and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., for 40 hours per week. Compensation ranges from $33.00 to $52.56, plus competitive shift differentials of 12%–50% of base rate. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered to well-qualified candidates.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved Radiography program.
Current Connecticut State Radiographer's License.
ARRT (R) and ARRT (M) credentials.
Current X-ray experience.

Nice To Haves

Mammography experience is preferred, though the employer is willing to train the right candidate.
Acute care experience is highly preferred.
Experience with invasive procedures is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform radiography and mammography examinations according to departmental procedures and protocols.
Position patients, prepare contrast media, select anatomic and technical parameters, and choose exposure factors based on patient age, pathology, and diagnosis.
Ensure mammographic examinations meet technical-quality and accuracy requirements under MQSA, ACR, and FDA quality-control standards.
Enter procedure and other required information accurately into the RIS to capture exam and supply charges, resource allocation, and related data.
Transfer correctly annotated images into PACS.
Develop and evaluate images for technical quality, including density, contrast, definition, and distortion.
Review physician orders, clinical information, laboratory results, and patient charts to confirm completeness, correct procedure selection, and appropriate patient preparation.
Educate and assist patients with hereditary cancer risk assessment testing.
Perform other related duties as required.