Sr. Mammography Tech

Location: Lakeland, FL

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PAY: $73/k - $110/k

The ideal candidate will function 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.

This individual will be responsible for..

• Maintaining a thorough working knowledge of the operation of all equipment and current developments relating to mammographic imaging in accordance with ACR guidelines
• Performing Mammography examinations according to policy and protocol set by The American College of Radiology and the department
• Following productivity standards set up by department
• Maintaining proper quality control of mammography program in accordance with ACR guidelines
• Ability to perform breast biopsy/localization procedures with providers or the ability to perform other special projects in the department as requested (ie scheduling appointments, working special reports)
• Serves as a resource in mammography to radiologists

Requirements:

• 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
• Must have equivalent of 6 years (12,240 hours) continuous mammography experience (education program-does not count) with no more than 1 year break in experience within the last 7 years
• Advanced 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

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. To the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.