Travel Mammo/X-ray Technologist

Company: Focus Staff
Location: Torrance
Posted on: June 13, 2022

Job Description:

We currently have a client in Torrance, CA looking for a Mammography/X-ray Tech (Traveling Mammography/X-ray Tech)Focus Staff is seeking a traveling Certified Mammography/X-Ray Tech, who will perform mammography/x-ray procedures on ambulatory and hospital patients in a physician office, clinic, or hospital setting as requested by a physician or other licensed provider for the diagnosis of disease and injury in accordance with established protocols. The Mammography/X-ray Technologist performs high quality procedures, according to exam protocol, in a timely manner.Contract Assignment - 13 Weeks (Temporary)Shift: 5x8 DaysRewards: (Mammography/X-ray Tech)

• Pay depends on location and experience.
• Health Insurance Coverage
• 401K matching
• New licensing reimbursement
• Job staffing in all 50 states
• We are offering a very competitive package to the right licensed Certified Mammography/X-ray
  Candidates need to possess phenomenal efficiency and attention to detail with a strong knowledge of procedures and patient safety. Being Compassionate and sensitive is a prerequisite for the profession. The ideal Candidates goes a step further by being a critical thinker and fast to act with emergencies.Requirements:
  
  
  • Motivated candidates who are looking for career growth
  • AHA Current Basic Life Support certification for Health Care Providers
  • BSN from accredited nursing program, and proper licensure
  • Excellent communication skills with the staff, physicians, patients, and familiesWork Experience: At least 2 years of experience as a Mammography/X-ray TechIf you are seeking a position as a Mammography/X-ray Tech and would like to work with an agency that will listen to your needs and career goals, then Focus Staff is the right place to be. We are proud of our ability to build relationships with all our healthcare professionals, whether you are seeking Travel assignments, PRN work or Permanent Placed positions.Responsibilities:
    
    
    • Utilizes AIDET when communicating with patients to: identify patient service requirements, ensure correct exam is performed on the correct patient, and establish rapport with patients and others.
    • Instructs/communicates with patient and/or patient`s family regarding the test to be performed and assesses patient`s ability to tolerate exam.
    • Prepares patient or area for mammography procedure by positioning patient, adjusting immobilization devices, moving equipment into specified position and adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors.
    • Protects patients and employees by adhering to safety requirements, infection-control, drug and radiation policies, protocols and techniques. Uses proper sterile techniques when setting up and performing invasive mammography procedures and maintains hand hygiene requirements.
    • Works with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal operational capabilities of equipment. Reports issues to management or appropriate department.
    • Obtains, verifies and maintains all relevant documentation such as requisition/chart, patient history, pregnancy status and shielding precautions taken, consent forms, etc
    • Prepare patients for the procedure and position them for the best possible outcome.
    • Utilize principles of ALARA and Proper Radiation Safety Techniques.
    • Keeps records of X-RAY Film, Unit Activities, and Related Records. Assists in the care and maintenance of x-ray equipment.
    • Demonstrates proper performance of skills reflected and validated by the Radiology Tech competency checklist
    • Provides timely and adequate documentation to ensure reimbursement for services provided.Job Type: Contract/Temporary/TravelLocation: Torrance, CA If You have a Passion for Mammography/X-ray, Apply Today and a Recruiter will guide you through the Process.Join our VIP team of Traveling Professionals!Traveling Mammography Tech, Mammography Tech, X-RAY - Radiographic Technologist - Rad Tech, Travel X-RAY - Radiographic Tech, Part-Time, Contract, Travel, Temporary, 13 Weeks, Temp.
      
      Requirements
      
      Requirements:
      
      
      • Motivated candidates who are looking for career growth
      • AHA Current Basic Life Support certification for Health Care Providers
      • BSN from accredited nursing program, and proper licensure
      • Excellent comm

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