Mammography Tech Trainee

Akumin; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible scheduling

HSA accounts with employer contributed

401(k) eligibility with employer match

Paid holidays

PTO and sick time

Job summary

Akumin is hiring a mammography technologist or mammography technologist trainee at our Danbury, CT and Mount Kisco, NY facilities. The position is full-time and requires certification in radiologic technology with ARRT/NMTCB/ARDMS and a valid state license where applicable.

The Technologist Trainee will learn safety, customer service, documentation and operation of MRI through on-the-job training under a registered technologist, with opportunities for cross-training and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s degree preferred; Radiology School completion required.
• Certified by ARRT, NMTCB or ARDMS.
• State radiologic technologist license and CPR certification may be required.
• Valid driver's license if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Pre-screens personnel for safety before entering the magnet room.
• Scans and documents patients under the direction of a registered technologist.
• Completes documentation for patient files to meet Akumin and Joint Commission requirements.
• Other duties as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Organization

Multi-tasking

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Radiology school

ARRT/NMTCB/ARDMS certification

Tools

GE 1.5T MRI

Job description

Akumin is a leading provider of outpatient radiology and oncology services, partnering with top hospitals and health systems nationwide to deliver advanced diagnostic imaging and exceptional patient care close to home. With a national footprint, cutting-edge technology, and a strong commitment to innovation and patient-centered care, our teams play a vital role in improving outcomes for millions of patients each year.

We are currently hiring for a mammography technologist OR mammography technologist trainee. A trainee is an certified X-Ray Technologist willing to train in Mammography. This position is located at our at ourDanbury, CT & Mount Kisco, NYfacilities. This will bea Full-Timeposition.

The Technologist Trainee learns the safety, customer service skills, documentation and operation of MRI through on-the-job training under the direction of a registered technologist.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Conducts pre-screening of all personnel before entering the magnet room to ensure their safety.
• Scans and documents patients under the direction of a registered technologist to meet all customer (if applicable) and Akumin requirements.
• Completes necessary documentation for patient files to ensure all customer, Akumin policy and Joint Commission requirements are met.
• Other job duties as needed.

Position Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience required; Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience preferred; Successful completion of a Radiology School required.
• Certified by ARRT, NMTCB or ARDMS required.
• State issued Radiologic Technologist License, if applicable required.
• CPR certification required.
• Valid state driver’s license, if applicable required.
• Successful completion of a Radiology School.
• Continuing education of the structure component to the MRI/CT exam.
• Successful completion of a Radiology School
• Successfully demonstrate proficiency running advanced MR/CT studies independently preferred.
• Technical proficiency using GE 1.5T or other designated vendor scanning equipment preferred.
• Possession of venipuncture certification, or ability to secure within 3 months, if required by customer/contract preferred.
• Ability to work at several locations
• Strong customer service skills.
• Organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs.
• Local travel may be required.
• The COVID-19 vaccination is/may be a condition of employment.
• All candidates who accept an offer for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screen as a condition of employment.

At Akumin, we invest in the well-being of our employees, so you can bring your best self to work each day. You can expect to see the following benefits:

• Competitivecompensation
• Flexiblescheduling
• Crosstraining opportunities
• Medical,dental, andvisioninsurance
• HSAaccounts withemployercontributions
• 401(k) eligibility with employer match
• Paidholidays
• Defined PTO andsicktime programs

Eligibility for benefits will vary based onposition type and hours worked.

The estimated hourly pay range for this role in CT is $40.00 - $50.00. Actual compensation depends on experience, skills, location, and other factors such as internal equity and budget.

Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunityemployer,and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.