Travel Mammography Technologist - $1,894 per week

Certification Details BLS State Licensure Registered by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiography and Mammography Job Details Mammography Technologist is responsible for performing a wide variety of mammographic procedures while providing quality patient care. Behavior and communication skills must align with the organizations mission, values and culture. Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies : Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Perform a variety of mammographic procedures using independent judgment to provide quality patient care while consistently displaying outstanding judgment in film critique. Operate a variety of radiographic and support equipment, including radiographic, mammographic, ultrasound, stereotactic breast biopsy machines as well as support equipment. Protects patients from undue exposure to radiation by using lead shields and various safety factors. Selects the proper film size, collimate and positions equipment at the proper distance and angle to patient's body to produce a clear, undistorted, diagnostic radiograph. Assists the radiologist in performing and producing a variety of fluoroscopic procedures by setting the proper required radiographic technique factors on the equipment, preparing and administering the appropriate opaque media and positioning the patient for the various exposures needed to complete the procedure. Is responsible for the maintenance of mammography equipment and components; replacement of emergency trays and supplies as needed. Identifies abnormal anatomy and pathologic processes in assessing patients for the appropriate procedures. Maintains Quality Control / Quality Assurance in accordance with MQSA programs and ACR, FDA and TDH standards and regulations. Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department. Demonstrates adherence to the CORE VALUES of CHRISTUS Health. Job Requirements Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology or other accepted and approved equivalent required. 1 to 3 years of experience in Diagnostic Radiology preferred. 1 year experience in Mammography. Registered by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiography and Mammography required. Current state licensure required. BLS required. Schedule Information 8 : 00am-5 : 00pm

Salary : $1,894