Cross‑Train Mammography Tech in Radiology – $5K Sign-On

The Hospital of Central Connecticut; Wolcott (CT); On-site; USD 58,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

The Hospital of Central Connecticut is seeking Radiologic Technologists to be cross-trained in Mammography. Located in New Britain, CT, this role offers opportunities to work across diagnostic imaging while being part of Hartford HealthCare’s extensive network.

Candidates should be graduates of an accredited Radiography program with ARRT certification and CT Radiography licensure, plus BLS. Sign-on bonus is available for new hires.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Radiography program.
• State of Connecticut Radiographer license
• ARRT certification in Radiography
• Basic Life Support (BLS)

Responsibilities

• Performs Radiologic examinations on identified patients according to department procedures and protocols by positioning patients, and operating radiographic equipment while utilizing the assessment of patient age and diagnosis to produce high quality images. Performs fluoroscopic procedures as needed. Works in the O.R. and operates C-arm as needed.
• Minimizes radiation to the patient, self and others by practicing appropriate radiation protection techniques, restricting radiation field size, using patient and personnel shielding devices and utilizing low dose exposure factors. Adheres to radiation safety standards in compliance with regulatory agencies and hospital policies.
• Accurately inputs procedural information into electronic medical record, RIS and PACS to capture necessary information regarding exams, supply charges, resource allocations, radiation exposure as well as all relevant clinical information.
• Obtains all relevant patient information, including but not limited to, current lab values, medication usage, ensuring reason for exam is concordant with exam request in order to perform the appropriate exam, on the correct patient, to procure an accurate diagnosis.
• Perform other related duties as required

Skills

Patient care

Radiologic imaging

Radiation safety

Team collaboration

Education

Accredited Radiography program

CT radiographer license

ARRT certification in Radiography

BLS

Tools

RIS

PACS

Job description

The Hospital of Central Connecticut is seeking Radiologic Technologists to be cross-trained in Mammography. Located in New Britain, CT, this role offers opportunities to work across diagnostic imaging while being part of Hartford HealthCare’s extensive network.

Candidates should be graduates of an accredited Radiography program with ARRT certification and CT Radiography licensure, plus BLS. Sign-on bonus is available for new hires.