Mammography Tech Trainee

Akumin®; Village/Town of Mount Kisco (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible scheduling

Cross training

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA with employer contributions

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays

PTO & sick time

Job summary

Akumin, a leading provider of outpatient radiology and oncology services, is seeking a mammography technologist or trainee for our Danbury, CT and Mount Kisco, NY facilities. The role is full-time, with on-site responsibilities and on-the-job MRI training under supervision of a registered technologist.

The trainee track is for certified X-Ray Technologists who wish to specialize in Mammography. Candidates should have ARRT/NMTCB/ARDMS certification, a radiology license if required, CPR, and a

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Radiology schooling required.
• Certified by ARRT, NMTCB or ARDMS.
• State Radiologic Technologist license, if applicable.
• CPR certification required.
• Valid driver's license, if applicable.
• Willing to train in Mammography for trainee role.
• Ability to work at multiple locations.
• COVID-19 vaccination may be a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Pre-screen personnel before entering magnet room.
• Scan and document patients under supervision.
• Complete documentation for patient files per policy and Joint Commission.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Computer literacy

Local travel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Radiology school

Associate degree or equivalent

ARRT/NMTCB/ARDMS certification

Radiologic Technologist license

Tools

GE 1.5T MRI

MR/CT scanners

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 our Danbury, CT & Mount Kisco, NY facilities. This will be a Full-Time position.

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:

• Competitive compensation
• Flexible scheduling
• Cross training opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA accounts with employer contributions
• 401(k) eligibility with employer match
• Paid holidays
• Defined PTO and sick time programs

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 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.

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.