Mammography (Mammo) Technologist

Currently recruiting a MammographicTechnologist in San Antonio, Texas, to work at San Antonio Military Medical Center (BAMC) and associated clinics in the greater San Antonio area providing medical care for military members, retirees, and their families. The Mammographic Technologist is a full-time position and the duty hours are:Monday - Friday between the hours of:7: 00 AM - 3: 30 PM7: 30 AM - 4: 30 PM12 PM - 8: 30 PMSaturday:7 AM - 3: 30 PMEmployees may work a rotating schedule at times. Services are required on Federal holidays as needed.All employees spend the first six to eight weeks on dayshift for training.DUTIES OF THE MAMMOGRAPHIC TECHNOLOGIST:Independently performs routine and diagnostic mammography exams, breast ultrasoundsand breast ultrasound-guided biopsies, magnetic and radioactive seed placements using mammography or ultrasound guidance, and wire localizations using mammography orultrasound guidance.Performs all mammography Quality Control (QC) tests in accordance with the American College of Radiology (ACR) guidelines and adheres to radiation safety procedures in accordance with the MTF policies.Possesses a detailed understanding of diseases of the breast, surrounding tissues and other areas to accomplish effective mammography exams.Assists Radiologists in scheduling and performing needle localizations, stereotactic biopsies, and woman actograms.Confers with Radiologists and physicians from a variety of specialties, as needed tocorrelate relevant diagnosis, history, and requested examinations.Reviews medications/medical conditions in accordance with MTF policies, prior to scheduling an appointment, and determines if any special patient preparation is required.Discusses procedures with patients at time of scheduling.Correctly positions patients for the examinations and make technical adjustments necessary for the required examination.Identifies abnormalities during examinations and determines the need for additional views in accordance with MTF procedures.Processes digital images and submits appropriate image series to Radiologists for interpretation/reading, in accordance with MTF protocols.Documents all procedures and maintain records in accordance with MTF policies.Observes and reports any symptoms that have direct bearing on the patient's condition to Radiologists.Recognizes the need for, and institutes the necessary emergency measures for, situations in which an individual may require medical attention.Performs system calibrations and quality control tasks in accordance with the manufacturer s and MTF policies.Recognizes artifacts and equipment errors and notifies designated Government personnel of outlying values.Initiates repair call procedures for equipment malfunctions by notifying appropriate personnel.Reports problems to the biomedical repair section and records the condition in the trouble call logbook.QUALIFICATIONS OF THE MAMMOGRAPHIC TECHNOLOGIST:Graduated from an accredited program or military equivalent program in order to meet the education requirements established for the certification(s) listed below.BLSContract HCWs shall have and maintain a current American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) certification as a Mammo Technologist.Must have a minimum of two (2) years experience within the last five (5) years providing services as a certified Mammo Technologist. Must have a minimum of six (6) months experience within the last five (5) years providing services as a breast sonographer.Maintain a current Medical Radiological Technologist license in the state of Texas. (May be aquired after start date with proof of current application)Must provide proof of 15 hours continuing medical education (CME) specific to mammography/breast imaging within the last 36 months prior to date starting the positionMust provide proof of 8 hours continuing medical education (CME) specific to DBT/Digital Mammography within the last 36 months prior to date starting the positionMust be an US citizen for access to government computers. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS OF THE MAMMOGRAPHIC TECHNOLOGIST:Competitive starting salary17 days of paid vacation and sick leave per year11 paid Federal holidays per yearHealth & Welfare allowance contributes to the cost of health insurance, short- and long-term disability ins.Dental & vision plans and 401k program, plus many other benefits. ABOUT THE ARORA GROUPThe Arora Group is an award-winning, Joint Commission-certified healthcare services and workforce solutions company that has provided medical care for the men and women who serve our country since 1989. Arora is one of the nation s top employers of physicians, nurses, allied health, dental, and other professionals in government contract jobs. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.