Mammography Technologist

Akumin®; Plantation (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Akumin Operating Corp. in Florida is seeking a Mammographer to perform screening and diagnostic mammography using state-of-the-art 2D/3D equipment, while collecting accurate patient histories for Radiologists.

Responsibilities include obtaining prior films/reports, QC, and supporting other modalities such as X-ray and bone density, plus handling follow-up letters and reminders. Compliance with MQSA and strong customer service are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate's Degree preferred.
• Certificate from College or Technical School.
• Mammography Program (State approved).
• ARRT (M).
• State License, if applicable.
• CPR certification.
• Valid state driver’s license, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Performs mammogram exams on patients.
• Obtains patient history, prior films/reports, and other information needed (RIS/PACS, burn discs).
• Performs Quality Control (QC) needed for FDA/ACR.
• Provides imaging support to other modalities in center (x-ray/ bone density, etc).
• Works with mammogram letters (results/reminders).

Skills

Mammography knowledge

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Computer literacy

CPR certification

Driver's license

Education

Associate's degree (preferred)

Certificate from College/Technical School

Mammography Program (State approved)

ARRT (M)

State license (if applicable)

Tools

RIS/PACS

Job description

Our Mammographer performs screening and diagnostic mammography exams utilizing advanced 2D/3D equipment with thorough patient history/information collected, to provide interpreting Radiologist an accurate clinical history of patient signs and symptoms.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Performs mammogram exams on patients.
• Obtains patient history, prior films/reports, and any other supportive role information that is needed (RIS/PACS, burn discs).
• Performs Quality Control (QC) needed for FDA/ACR.
• Provides imaging support to other modalities in center (x-ray/ bone density, etc).
• Works with mammogram letters (results/reminders).

Position Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience required; Associate's Degree preferred.
• Certificate from College or Technical School
• Mammography Program (State approved)
• ARRT (M)
• State License, if applicable.
• CPR certification
• As applicable, valid state driver’s license.
• Must have met initial requirements under MQSA standards.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs.

Physical Requirements:

The employee will be exposed to a strong magnetic field. May be exposed to blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

More than 50% of the time:

• Sit, stand, walk.
• Repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs.
• See, speak and hear to be able to communicate with patients.

Less than 50% of the time:

• Stoop, kneel or crawl.
• Climb and balance.
• Carry and lift (ability to move non-ambulatory patients from a sitting or lying position for transfer or to exam).

X-ray Technologist, Radiology Technologist, ARRT, radiology, Mammo, Mammography, imaging, Bone Density, C-arm and diagnostic scanning

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.