MAMMOGRAPHY TECHNOLOGIST I - FULL TIME

Watson-Clinic; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Watson-Clinic is seeking a Mammography Technologist to perform diagnostic breast imaging with precision and safety. You will operate mammography equipment, position patients correctly, and adhere to ACR guidelines to ensure high-quality data acquisition.

The role requires ARRT certification, a Florida license, and experience with digital/tomosynthesis; CPR is required or will be obtained within 3 months. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is available for NEW EMPLOYEES after probation.

Qualifications

• Completion of ARRT accredited radiology program.
• Florida State license from the Department of Health.
• ARRT mammography certification with digital/tomosynthesis experience or completion within 3 months of employment.
• CPR certification or certification within 3 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Operate mammography equipment per department policy and policy.
• Maintain knowledge of mammographic imaging per ACR guidelines.
• Perform mammography examinations according to policy and department guidelines.
• Adhere to productivity standards set by the department.
• Maintain quality control of the mammography program per ACR guidelines.
• Serve as a resource in mammography to radiologists.

Skills

Mammography

Quality control

Patient positioning

Education

ARRT‑accredited radiology program

Tools

Mammography equipment

Tomosynthesis

Job description

$5,000 SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE

Summary/Objective

Functions as a delegated agent of the physician and practices under the supervision of a licensed practitioner. Uses independent, professional, ethical judgement, and critical thinking to safely perform diagnostic medical procedures. A fundamental approach to the safe use of diagnostic medical radiation is to apply elements of the As Low As Reasonably Achievable ("ALARA") Principle including the lowest output power and minimal exposures when acquiring the diagnostic imaging. Uses proper patient positioning, tools, devices, equipment adjustment and ergonomically correct techniques to promote patient comfort and prevent compromised data acquisition or musculoskeletal injury to the mammography technologist.

Essential Functions

• Maintains a thorough working knowledge of the operation of all equipment and current developments relating to mammographic imaging in accordance with ACR guidelines.
• Performs Mammography examinations according to policy and protocol set by The American College of Radiology and the department.
• Follows productivity standards set up by department.
• Maintains proper quality control of mammography program in accordance with ACR guidelines.
• Serves as a resource in mammography to radiologists.

Sign on bonus will be paid in full after passing probationary period.

Two (2) years commitment is required. NEW EMPLOYEES ONLY.

Requirements

Required Education and Experience - Satisfactory completion of ARRT accredited radiology program. Florida State license from the Department of Health. ARRT certified mammographer with digital/tomosynthesis experience or complete within 3 months of employment. Basic knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures involved with the operation of mammography equipment use; human anatomy and proper positioning of patients to secure desired images; methods used in processing images. CPR certified or certification required within 3 months of employment.