AK - Mammo Tech- Wrangell

Mobile Health Team Inc. a staffing agency has an opening for a permanent fulltime Mammography Technologist position. We are looking for someone with a passion for people.

Location: Wrangell AK 99929

Start Date: 4/16/2024

Shift: Days Full Time

Salary: $81000.00 to $104000.00

$25K signon and $10K Relo plus 10k annual geographical differential.

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

The Radiologic Technologist must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients service on his or her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patients status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patients needs and to provide the care needed as described in the units/area/departments policies and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must provide radiographic examination within the department and other areas of all body parts for diagnostic interpretation. Must exercise professional judgment in the performance of procedures applying principles of radiation protection.
• Maintains patient records and files.
• Assumes responsibility for departmental quality assurance program.
• Pursues continuing education.
• Transfers patients to and from radiology.
• In the absence of a supervisor one can assume responsibility for the department.
• Rotates shifts as required.
• Performs ancillary duties as requested by supervisor.
• Follows policies and procedures as set up by SEARHC Administration.
• Assists in general hygiene of department and self.
• Should be able to work well in situations of stress.
• Must be willing and able to take calls and report to work within 20 minutes (if CT/XrayMammo).
• Must maintain competency in licensed modality.
• Able and willing to perform other duties as assigned.
• Competent in teleradiology transmission.
• Assist with invasive procedures and knowledge of these procedures.
• Competent in sterile technique.

MAMMOGRAPHY:

1. Can perform the following:
2. Quality control
3. Screening
4. Diagnostic
5. Complete 5 CEUs Mammography credits per year documented per ACR/FDA requirements.
6. Performs 100 mammograms per year documented per ACR/FDA requirements.

Lead Technologist (If Applicable):

1. Will work in conjunction with the Imaging Manager and Director to support development and achievement of organizational goals and objectives.
2. Reviews edits corrects and validates PACS to ensure accurate patient procedure image labeling.
3. Maintain organized and productive workflow within the clinical area.
4. Assign daily responsibilities to frontline staff.
5. Respond to staff concerns promptly.
6. Works to identify and solve operational problems.
7. Oversee new staff orientation.
8. Serve as an expert resource for staff in clinical specialties as well as organizational policies and procedures.
9. Maintain best practices to ensure the optimization of imaging protocols.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS

Attends department/organizational meetings inservices and disaster drills.

Willing to participate and serve on departmental organizational and community committees and teams

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:

• 2 years of experience in Radiography is required
• 1 year of experience in Mammography is required

Education: Graduation from an accredited Radiography School

Licenses Certifications and Registration:

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certified Radiography and Mammography
• Must complete annual educational requirements for licenses/certifications in areas where you function i.e. CT dose.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology used in standard radiographic and CT exams.
• Extensive knowledge of radiation physics and protection (ALARA).
• Extensive understanding and knowledge of CT (computed tomography).
• Considerable knowledge of digitized imaging and multiple computer systems.
• Skilled at independently performing radiographic and CT exams.
• Skilled in oral and written communication.
• Skilled in organizing and cleaning work areas and maintaining equipment in serviceable condition.
• Able to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with radiologists providers patients computer technologists and SEARHC staff.
• Able to perform multiple tasks in a small department.
• Able to learn new imaging exams as required by radiologists or providers.

Mobile Health Team Inc is a workforce solutions company. We match experienced healthcare professionals with temporary or permanent positions globally. Our mission is clear to bridge the staffing gap in the healthcare industry by creating and maintaining longterm working relationships with clients and healthcare professionals. We specialize in temporary and permanent placements in order to meet our clients needs.