Travel Mammography Technologist
Asheville, NC
AMN Healthcare Allied
4x10 hrs, Days
$1,912/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Company provided housing options
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Continuing Education
Description
Mammography Tech - (Mam - Mammo Tech)
StartDate: ASAP Available Shifts: 9.5 D Pay Rate: $1883.00 - $1940.00
Certifications Required: Current ARRT Mammography certification. Per MQSA Standards: Documentation: Must have initial 40 hours of training in Mammography, Current in continuing education for Mammography, Up to date on numbers in Mammography (200/2 years), 8 hours digital mammo training and 8 hours digital tomosynthesis training. Any documents missing will result in this training be done onsite before performing mammograms on patients. BLS certification. Procedures performed on unit: Stereotactic biopsies, Pre-surgical localizations, Contrast Enhanced Mammography. Must have: Screening mammogram experience, competent in additional imaging views such as magnification and spot compression views. Experience in advanced mammography imaging and fully confident/competent with demonstrating and showing radiologists complicated mammographic cases. Certifications: ARRT (R) and (M) Mammography Patient Ratios : Avg 38 patients per day screening mammograms. 18/day diagnostic Unit staffing description- Large breast center with average of 10 techs on site per day Type of equipment : GE Senographe Pristina Documentation system: Cerner, Penrad Scheduling requirements: M-F 9:00-17:30. Saturdays 8016:30 as needed Floating policy: Required to float to other breast centers if needed Patient Experience requirements: Experience working in a women’s imaging center. Mindful of women that have a history of cancer and treatment including lumpectomy, chemotherapy and radiation
Required Qualifications
Mammography Technologist, Mammography
Licenses: RAD-NC
Certifications: BLS-AHA; R-ARRT
SSN Required
DOB Required
Work History: Should not be more than 90 days of gap in last 1 year
Certifications Required: Current ARRT Mammography certification. Per MQSA Standards: Documentation: Must have initial 40 hours of training in Mammography, Current in continuing education for Mammography, Up to date on numbers in Mammography (200/2 years), 8 hours digital mammo training and 8 hours digital tomosynthesis training. Any documents missing will result in this training be done onsite before performing mammograms on patients. BLS certification.
Procedures performed on unit: Stereotactic biopsies, Pre-surgical localizations, Contrast Enhanced Mammography.
Must have: Screening mammogram experience, competent in additional imaging views such as magnification and spot compression views. Experience in advanced mammography imaging and fully confident/competent with demonstrating and showing radiologists complicated mammographic cases.
Certifications: ARRT (R) and (M) Mammography
Patient Ratios : Avg 38 patients per day screening mammograms. 18/day diagnostic
Unit staffing description- Large breast center with average of 10 techs on site per day
Type of equipment : GE Senographe Pristina
Documentation system: Cerner, Penrad
Scheduling requirements: M-F 9:00-17:30. Saturdays 8016:30 as needed
Floating policy: Required to float to other breast centers if needed
Patient Experience requirements: Experience working in a women’s imaging center. Mindful of women that have a history of cancer and treatment including lumpectomy, chemotherapy and radiation Certifications Required: Current ARRT Mammography certification. Per MQSA Standards: Documentation: Must have initial 40 hours of training in Mammography, Current in continuing education for Mammography, Up to date on numbers in Mammography (200/2 years), 8 hours digital mammo training and 8 hours digital tomosynthesis training. Any documents missing will result in this training be done onsite before performing mammograms on patients. BLS certification.
Procedures performed on unit: Stereotactic biopsies, Pre-surgical localizations, Contrast Enhanced Mammography.
Must have: Screening mammogram experience, competent in additional imaging views such as magnification and spot compression views. Experience in advanced mammography imaging and fully confident/competent with demonstrating and showing radiologists complicated mammographic cases.
Certifications: ARRT (R) and (M) Mammography
Patient Ratios : Avg 38 patients per day screening mammograms. 18/day diagnostic
Unit staffing description- Large breast center with average of 10 techs on site per day
Type of equipment : GE Senographe Pristina
Documentation system: Cerner, Penrad
Scheduling requirements: M-F 9:00-17:30. Saturdays 8016:30 as needed
Floating policy: Required to float to other breast centers if needed
Patient Experience requirements: Experience working in a women’s imaging center. Mindful of women that have a history of cancer and treatment including lumpectomy, chemotherapy and radiation
Preferred Qualifications
N/A
Facility Location
Named as a must-see destination by Frommer’s Travel Guides, the natural beauty found in Ashville speaks for itself. Surrounded by the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains, the city offers gorgeous panoramic views of the surrounding landscape and is the ideal setting for hiking, biking, rafting, fishing and even llama trekking.
Job Benefits
Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:
- Competitive pay rates
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401(k) and Flex Spending
- Life Insurance
- Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
- Free Continuing Education
- Competitive Housing Deal
- Refer a friend and earn extra cash!
About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.
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Employer
AMN Healthcare Allied
40 nurses recommend working with AMN Healthcare Allied
Pros
Gabby is phenomenal and true to her job. She is always available for any questions or concerns you might encounter. Highly recommend her and will gladly travel with her again.
Cons
None
Recommends working with AMN Healthcare Allied
AMN Healthcare is a leading force in the healthcare industry, committed to being the most trusted, innovative, and influential partner for healthcare organizations. With a focus on providing quality patient care, AMN Healthcare offers holistic solutions that reduce costs, streamline processes, and improve efficiencies. The company boasts over 30 years of experience and takes pride in staffing leading healthcare facilities with the nation's best travelers. As an industry leader, AMN Healthcare offers a diverse team dedicated to supporting healthcare workers and facilities, ensuring a personalized and supportive experience for both clients and candidates.
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About Asheville, NC
As a Travel Mammogram Technician in Asheville, NC here's what you should know:- Slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages may be slightly lower than in some larger cities, but they generally match up well with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs around 84°F and lows around 63°F.
- Winter highs average around 47°F with lows around 28°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.
- Car friendliness with easy access to highways and parking.
- Limited public transportation options, so a car is recommended for getting around.
- Asheville is known for its diversity and has a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of pollen in the area.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of several healthcare facilities.
- Abundance of restaurants, vibrant art and music scenes, various sports activities, and ample outdoor opportunities such as hiking, camping, and river activities.
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