Mammography Tech or Trainee

$2,500 sign on bonus

Akumin is a leading provider of outpatient radiology and oncology services, partnering with top hospitals and health systems nationwide to deliver advanced diagnostic imaging and exceptional patient care close to home. With a national footprint, cutting-edge technology, and a strong commitment to innovation and patient-centered care, our teams play a vital role in improving outcomes for millions of patients each year.  

We are currently hiring for a Mammo Tech OR Mammo Tech Trainee (a trainee is an certified X-Ray Technologist willing to train in Mammography) at our Danbury facility. This will be a Full-Time position. 

The Technologist learns the safety, customer service skills, documentation and operation of MRI through on-the-job training under the direction of a registered technologist.

• Conducts pre-screening of all personnel before entering the magnet room to ensure their safety.

• Scans and documents patients under the direction of a registered technologist to meet all customer (if applicable) and Akumin requirements.

• Completes necessary documentation for patient files to ensure all customer, Akumin policy and Joint Commission requirements are met.

• Other job duties as needed.

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience required; Associate's Degree or equivalent experience preferred; Successful completion of a Radiology School required.

• Certified by ARRT, NMTCB or ARDMS required.

• State issued Radiologic Technologist License, if applicable required.

• CPR certification required.

• Valid state driver’s license, if applicable required.

• Successful completion of a Radiology School.

• Continuing education of the structure component to the MRI/CT exam.

• Successful completion of a Radiology School

• Successfully demonstrate proficiency running advanced MR/CT studies independently preferred.

• Technical proficiency using GE 1.5T or other designated vendor scanning equipment preferred.

• Possession of venipuncture certification, or ability to secure within 3 months, if required by customer/contract preferred.

• Ability to work at several locations

• Strong customer service skills.

• Organizational and multi-tasking skills.

• Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs.

• Local travel may be required.

• The COVID-19 vaccination is/may be a condition of employment. 

• All candidates who accept an offer for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screen as a condition of employment.

The employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions during transport of patients if working on a mobile unit, a strong magnetic field and blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

• More than 50% of the time:

• Sit, stand, walk.

• Repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs.

• See, speak and hear to be able to communicate with patients.

• Less than 50% of the time:

• Stoop, kneel or crawl.

• Climb and balance.

• Carry and lift (ability to move non-ambulatory patients from a sitting or lying position for transfer or to exam).