MAMMOGRAPHY TECHNOLOGIST I - FULL TIME

JumpStart Games; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

JumpStart Games is seeking a Mammography Technologist in Lakeland, FL to perform diagnostic imaging under licensed supervision, using proper patient positioning and ALARA principles to ensure safe, high-quality data. You will maintain current knowledge of mammography equipment, follow ACR guidelines, support radiologists, and uphold quality control for the program.

New employees must commit for two years; a $5,000 sign-on bonus is paid after probation.

Qualifications

• ARRT accredited radiology program completed.
• Florida license from the Department of Health required.
• ARRT mammographer with digital/tomosynthesis experience or completion within 3 months.
• CPR certification or earned within 3 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain thorough knowledge of mammographic imaging per ACR guidelines.
• Perform Mammography exams according to policy and protocol.
• Follow productivity standards set by department.
• Maintain quality control of mammography program per ACR guidelines.
• Serve as a resource in mammography to radiologists.

Skills

Patient positioning

ALARA principles

Mammography imaging

Quality control

Education

ARRT accredited radiology program

Florida State license (DOH)

CPR certification (within 3 months)

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.