Travel Mammography Tech in White Plains, NY

Mammography Tech Location: White Plains, NY Agency: Cynet Health Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours Start Date: ASAP About the Position Job Title: Mammographer Profession: Radiology Specialty: Mammography Duration: Full-Time Shift: M-F 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM Hours per Shift: 8 Experience: Relevant experience in radiology and mammography procedures License: NY State DOH Licensure or Limited Permit required Certifications: ARRT registered (RT), BLS certification required Must-Have: - Graduate of an allied health education and accredited radiography school or hospital-based program - Passing advanced Mammo examination/certification preferred or within 1 year from date of hire - 40 hours of training in mammography Description: Will work under the supervision of the Radiology administrator and/or designee. Performs routine and some special procedure imaging. Prepares patients for procedures. Assists radiologists when needed. Prepares, operates, and cares for the equipment being used. Adheres to established radiology standards of care. Applies principles of radiation protection when appropriate to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others. Assumes responsibility for assigned area and duties. Adheres to practice-wide customer service programs. Performs other duties as assigned, such as quality assurance. Performs diagnostic and some special procedure medical radiographic images utilizing radiologic assistance. Exercises professional judgment in the performance of procedures. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Include the Following: Understands and adheres to performance standards, policies, and behaviors. Prepares and positions patients correctly for specific examinations, observing different and special requirements for each protocol, including proper documentation on images and required body part questionnaires. Assumes responsibilities for designated areas and/or procedures and produces good technical images, reviewing completed exams for quality and completeness for the type of test ordered. Assists physicians during procedures as necessary. Performs equipment quality assurance and calibrations as needed, orders supplies. May be required to work holidays, overtime, and/or day, evening, and overnight shift coverage to help maintain adequate and safe coverage for the outpatient facility. Maintains the cleanliness of all work areas, equipment, and accessories. Reports all malfunctioning equipment to appropriate personnel. Processes film/images or prints CDs if needed. Performs routine office tasks, such as answering phones, checking in patients, and obtaining previous reports/films, or other related duties as needed. Shows radiologist images and calls reports to the attending physician and documents communications if necessary. May be assigned as an instructor or preceptor. Will treat all individuals in a professional and courteous manner. Introduces self and educates each patient or family member regarding the examination that is ordered. Knowledgeable and skillful in providing care, based on age, physical, and psychosocial needs of different patient populations. Performs other related duties as required, attends staff meetings, and in-services. Coverage rotation to other outpatient offsites. Duties and hours may change according to the needs of the offsite practices. Eligible for certification incentive. Education & Experience Requirements: High School Diploma/GED required. Completion of an allied health education and accredited radiography school or hospital-based program is required. NY State DOH Licensure or Limited Permit required. ARRT registered (RT). Passing advanced Mammo examination/certification preferred or within 1 year from date of hire. Continuing education requirements need to be upheld to meet standards set forth by governing bodies. Current standards are 24 ECE credits over a two-year period depending on the year of birth. 15 category 1 CEU in mammography in a 36-month period. BLS certification through the American Heart Association is required or must be completed within 90 days of hire. Clienttion dose pledge for both Image Gently and Image Wisely will be performed during the orientation process and before the end of the probationary period. Requirements Required for OnboardingBLSSkills ChecklistSpecialty Exam