Diagnostic Imaging Tech (Mammo) / Per Diem

Responsibilities

• Perform mammography imaging exams using approved protocols and procedures
• Function independently within professional scope of practice to deliver high-quality care
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of routine and specialized mammography protocols
• Identify gross pathological findings and notify the radiologist as appropriate
• Review imaging studies for accuracy, coding, and appropriate charging
• Provide patient care in a safe, hazard-free environment with full attention to patient needs
• Correctly identify patients using approved identifiers and age-specific criteria
• Implement safety and fall precautions and recognize patient distress
• Administer contrast agents when applicable, following aseptic technique and the five rights of medication administration
• Protect patients from ionizing radiation by following ALARA and Image Gently guidelines
• Perform quality assurance activities on technical imaging equipment
• Monitor image quality and collaborate with appropriate teams to resolve issues
• Report equipment malfunctions promptly to DI Engineering, supervisors, and managers
• Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked work areas and equipment
• Execute downtime procedures during system failures and report issues immediately
• Communicate professionally and effectively with patients, providers, and team members
• Utilize communication tools responsibly, including status boards, paging systems, phones, and email
• Provide daily verbal hand-off communication to relief technologists
• Address patient care concerns using critical thinking and escalate issues as needed
• Maintain high productivity while supporting patient flow and minimizing delays
• Assist with departmental patient care activities, including escorting patients and supporting peers
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Uphold professionalism, courtesy, and accountability in all interactions
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Required: Graduate of an accredited Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) program.
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• Required: BLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire or CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation Upon Hire and CMRT - Cert Medical Radiologic Tech Licensure by the Texas Medical Board (TMB). Upon Hire and ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT). Upon Hire or NMTCB - Nuclear Medicine Tech Certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB). Upon Hire or ARDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonography Registration by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS). Upon Hire

Benefits

• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

Pay

• Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

• Shift: Based on business needs / Monday - Sunday / Holiday