Mammography Technologist
Charleston, SC
Olaro
5x8 hrs, Days

Job Opportunity: Mammography Technologist

Location: Charleston, South Carolina
Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Overview

• Role: Mammography Technologist (Mammo Tech)
• Facility Type: Fast-paced outpatient clinic
• Daily Caseload: Approximately 65 patients
• Screening Mammograms: Minimum of 20 per day
• Shift: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (5x8s)
• Weekend Requirement: No
• On-call Requirement: No
• Overtime: May require shift adjustments to avoid overtime
• Floating: Required within scope, including sister facilities

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 1+ year in mammography; first-timers accepted
• Certifications/Licenses:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ARRT (Mammography)
  • SCRQSA (Mammography)
  • South Carolina state license (must be active prior to start)
• Equipment Knowledge: Must be proficient in operating Siemens Revelations and Hologic Dimension mammography equipment (hard requirement)
• Must perform both screening and diagnostic mammograms
• Radiation Badge: Not required for Mammography Techs

Work Environment & Expectations

• Autonomy and effective teamwork essential
• Strong communication skills and positive attitude required
• Flexibility to accommodate shift changes if needed
• Facility uses Epic for charting
• Scrub Color: Any shade of pink or dark teal top with black bottoms
• Orientation: On-site, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Licensing & Compliance

• South Carolina license must be obtained before start date; no pending licenses accepted
• Nursys verification required if applicable
• All licensure hits must be approved by the facility
• Background checks required, including:

  • 7-year residential and employment history
  • SSN trace, national and state criminal checks, sex offender registry, FACIS 3
• Drug screening: 10-panel urine drug screen within 90 days of start
• Fit mask test (N95) required within 90 days prior to start and annually thereafter

Certifications & Competencies

• BLS certification required (AHA or ARC accepted)
• ACLS not required for this position
• Other certifications (PALS, NRP, TNCC, CHEMO, NIH Stroke, EFM) not required unless specified for other units
• Competency exams and color blindness testing required prior to start

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam: Initial and updated annually, attesting ability to meet job demands
• Fit mask test: N95 mask fit test within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually
• Immunizations/vaccinations required or documentation of immunity:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years or declination form)
  • Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold within 90 days) or chest X-ray if positive history
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: Positive titer or vaccination series with boosters if low titer
  • Hepatitis B: Titer, vaccine series, or declination form
  • Varicella: Positive titer or vaccination series with boosters if low titer
• Seasonal Flu Vaccine: Required during flu season (Aug 1 - Apr 30), medical/religious exemptions accepted but no declinations
• COVID-19 Vaccine: Not required but highly preferred; vaccination records or declination form must be uploaded

Documentation & Onboarding

• Clear, passport-style photo required for badge (frontal view, business casual attire)
• Facility-specific orientation modules must be completed before starting
• Proof of 2 clinical references required
• Complete employment application including all PTO, contract assignments, agency names, and no unaccounted gaps
• Background and employment verifications required for last 3 clinical employers
• Facility-specific first day instructions and training modules will be provided after clearance

Additional Notes

• Radius rule: 60 miles
• Locals may be accepted on a case-by-case basis
• Block scheduling may be accommodated with prior approval but not guaranteed
• Facility does not allow call-outs; guaranteed hours expected

This position is ideal for a Mammography Technologist with at least 1 year of experience, proficient in Siemens and Hologic mammography equipment, who thrives in a fast-paced outpatient setting and values teamwork and flexibility.