Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist - Mammography

Asct; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Lead Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist to oversee mammography procedures and quality assurance programs. The role requires advanced certification in radiologic technology, relevant experience, and strong technical knowledge. This position offers no telework options but includes various benefits such as paid time off and health insurance.

Benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

Childcare subsidy

Retirement options

Health insurance

Qualifications

• Certification in general radiologic technology by ARRT is required.
• Advanced ARRT certification for Mammography is needed.
• Preferred experience of minimum 3 years in Mammography.

Responsibilities

• Manage a QA/QC program and ensure compliance.
• Perform complex mammography procedures and general radiologic exams.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure high-quality patient care.

Skills

Technical knowledge in Radiologic Technology

English Proficiency

Quality Assurance Knowledge

Education

24-month post-high school diagnostic radiologic technology program

Job description

Summary

The Lead Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT) - Team Leader Mammography is fully qualified as an Advanced DRT and can perform assigned tasks independently.

Qualifications

Applicants pending completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be considered tentatively but cannot be hired until all requirements are met.

Basic Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship: Non-citizens may be appointed only when qualified citizens cannot be recruited, per VA Policy.
• Certification: All applicants must be certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (R).
• Advanced ARRT certification is required for duties involving computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), or Mammography (M), performed independently.
• Education: Completion of a 24-month post-high school diagnostic radiologic technology program accredited by JRCERT or equivalent.
• Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019.
• English Proficiency: Must be proficient in spoken and written English.
• Experience: At least one year of relevant experience demonstrating clinical competencies at the next lower grade.

Assignments:

• Technologists at this level may be appointed as Lead DRTs, functioning as a lead for a group of DRTs at GS-9 level and below.
• The Lead DRT provides a full range of general radiologic exams, with broad knowledge of modalities, and reports to a higher supervisor.
• Must demonstrate technical KSAs and potential to acquire assignment-specific KSAs.

Preferred Experience: Minimum 3 years in Mammography, knowledge of equipment, QA functions, FDA and MQSA regulations.

Physical Demands: Moderate lifting, light carrying, pushing, reaching, standing, kneeling, bending, and visual and auditory requirements.

Duties

This position involves administrative duties, QC and QA compliance, managing a QA/QC program, collaborating with staff, maintaining certifications, equipment inspections, performing complex mammography procedures, and ensuring high-quality patient care.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm.

Additional benefits include paid time off, parental leave, childcare subsidy, retirement options, health insurance, and telework options are not available.