Travel Mammography Tech - $2,102 per week

Specialty: Mammography Technologist | Discipline: Allied Health Professional | Start Date: ASAP | Duration: 13 weeks | 40 hours/week | Shift: 8 hours, days | Employment Type: Travel | Job ID: #38514674

About the Role

A Mammography Technologist is responsible for operating specialized imaging equipment to perform diagnostic mammograms for the detection of breast cancer and other abnormalities. This role includes patient preparation, image acquisition, quality control, and maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Patient Care & Preparation
  • Greet and prepare patients for procedures
  • Explain procedures and answer patient questions to ensure comfort and cooperation
  • Take patient medical histories relevant to the mammogram procedure
• Mammogram Imaging
  • Operate mammography equipment to obtain high-quality images
  • Position patients correctly to capture clear and accurate images
  • Monitor image quality and retake images if necessary
• Safety & Compliance
  • Follow radiation safety guidelines and ALARA principles
  • Maintain compliance with FDA MQSA (Mammography Quality Standards Act) regulations
  • Keep accurate records of procedures performed
• Equipment Maintenance & Quality Control
  • Perform daily, weekly, and monthly quality control checks
  • Report equipment malfunctions and assist with maintenance
  • Ensure equipment is calibrated and functioning according to standards
• Teamwork & Communication
  • Collaborate with radiologists and healthcare providers for image review and diagnosis
  • Document findings and maintain detailed patient records
  • Participate in continuing education and training sessions

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited radiologic technology program
• Certification: Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiography (R) and Mammography (M)
• Experience: Previous experience in mammography preferred but not always required
• Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, technical proficiency with imaging equipment

Licensure & Certification by State

• California – Requires state license and ARRT certification
• Florida – Requires state license through the Florida Department of Health
• Texas – Licensed through Texas Medical Board; ARRT certification required
• New York – State license and ARRT or equivalent
• Illinois – Requires IEMA license in Radiologic Technology
• Ohio – License required from Ohio Department of Health
• Pennsylvania – ARRT certification preferred, not required
• Washington – State licensure through Washington DOH
• Oregon – Requires OBMI license and ARRT
• Michigan – Certification not mandated, but employers usually require ARRT
• Arizona – Must be licensed by MRTBE
• Georgia – License through Georgia Medical Imaging Program
• Massachusetts – Requires license through the state’s Radiation Control Program
• New Jersey – License required through NJDEP

Note: Always check with the specific state regulatory board as requirements may change and can vary by facility type.

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus

Pay

Pay package is based on 8‑hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined.

Schedule

Shift: 8 hours, days (06:00–14:00).

About the Company

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