Travel Mammography Tech - $2,740 per week in Murray, UT
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Murray, UT
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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$2,740–$2,740
SKILLS
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Basic Life Support (BLS), FDA Requirements, Healthcare Providers, Mammography, Radiation Safety, Radiography, Radiology, Safety/Work Safety
LOCATION
Murray, UT
POSTED
Today
Job Summary:
-The Mammography Technologist performs radiographic mammography procedures which produce high quality diagnostic films for use in the detection of breast tissue abnormalities.
-This position works on a level not requiring constant supervision and performs a variety of procedures that require independent judgment, creativity, and initiative.
Job Essentials:
-Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam.
-Performs radiologic mammography exams per department protocol including advanced Mammography procedures like stereotactic biopsies, clip placements, drainages, etc.
-Operates the mammographic equipment to ensure that diagnostic images of high quality are produced.
-Appropriately uses equipment, maneuvers the unit, and selects techniques to produce diagnostic images.
-Appropriately uses radiation protection to ensure the safety of patients and staff and meets all ALARA program requirements.
-Keeps current on new procedures and equipment so skills remain at a high level.
-Maintain records required by JCAHO and the Utah State Bureau of Radiation Control. Thoroughly and accurately completes all required documentation, including time stamps and image storage. null
Schedule Notes:o Shift: Days 10hrs - Mon-Fri (4) 10-hour shifts - 2 Saturdays within contract
o Weekends: Yes
o Experience: 1+ years of experience
o License:
? UT State License
o Certification:
? ARRT (R)(M) Required
o BLS Required
**Radiation badge required**
Skills: Required Skills & Experience:-Demonstrates positioning competency.-Knowledgeable regarding breast self-examinations via answering questions and providing written materials to patients.-Lifting, Manual Dexterity, Pulling/Pushing, Seeing, Speaking, Standing, Walking.
-Preferred Skills & Experience:-Experience in Imaging or Mammography.
--Radiation Badge Requirement:-A personal radiation monitoring badge (dosimeter) is required for this assignment.-To maintain an accurate and continuous exposure record, providers are encouraged to use an existing badge from a previous employer or assignment when available.-If a new badge is issued, prior exposure history will not be reflected. null
Required Skills: [
"POSITIONING COMPETENCY",
"BREAST SELF-EXAMINATION KNOWLEDGE",
"RADIOLOGIC MAMMOGRAPHY",
"STEREOTACTIC BIOPSY",
"CLIP PLACEMENT"
]
Additional Skills: [
"DRAINAGE PROCEDURES",
"RADIATION PROTECTION",
"RECORD MAINTENANCE",
"DOCUMENTATION",
"IMAGING EXPERIENCE",
"MAMMOGRAPHY EXPERIENCE"
]Education: Required Education:
-HS Diploma or GED
Preferred Education:
-N/A
Required Certifications & Licensure:
-ARRT registration.
-Current Rad Tech license in the state of practice.
-Must meet and maintain the ARRT Advanced Mammography Certification.
-Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers.
-Must meet and maintain mammography specific ACR FDA/MQSA requirements.
Preferred Certifications & Licensure:
-N/A null
Job Category: Canyons-Clinical-Non-Nursing