Mammography and DEXA Technologist
New Brunswick, NJ
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Radiology / Cardiology Technologist

Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Shift: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Weekend Requirement: None
• Floating: None
• Patient Mix / Skills:

  • Screening/Diagnostic Mammograms
  • Stereotactic Breast Biopsy
  • DEXA Scans
• Special Equipment: HOLOGIC Mammography and DEXA Scan
• Charting System: Syngo Radiology Information System
• Scrub Color: Any color scrubs allowed
• First-time travelers accepted

Licensure & Certifications

• Required Licenses:

  • New Jersey Radiologic Technologist License (pending license acceptable)
  • ARRT Mammography Certification
• Certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – AHA Only; required for CCU (verify if other units require)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA Only; required for all units except MTs/MLTs
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – AHA Only; required for Pediatrics-related units
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) – Required for NICU, RRT-NICU, Nursery, L&D, Post Partum/Mother-baby
  • Other certifications may be required depending on unit assignment (e.g., EFM for Labor and Delivery)
• State License: Hard copy required; primary source verification required as applicable
• IV Certification: Required if previously worked in New Jersey hospitals; must provide proof or complete modules prior to assignment

Experience Requirements

• Specialty Experience: Minimum 1 year experience preferred in Radiology/Cardiology specialty
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required; first-time travelers accepted

Compliance & Background Checks

• Criminal background check covering all locations lived/worked in the last 7 years, including aliases and jurisdictions
• National Sex Offender Registry check
• SAM, OIG, and EPLS searches within 30 days of start
• Drug testing: Negative 10-panel drug screen within one year of start (marijuana not required) and on-site drug screen at assignment start

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam or fit-to-work statement from a physician (no annual update required)
• Tdap vaccine required
• Negative TB test (PPD, QGold, or Tspot) within 3 months of start; follow-up chest x-ray if positive
• MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella): 2 vaccines or positive titer required
• Hepatitis B: Titer, series, or declination required
• Varicella: 2 vaccines or positive titer required
• Hepatitis C: Negative or non-reactive antibody required
• Seasonal Flu Vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required annually

Orientation & Training

• Mandatory hospital orientation required
• Completion of assigned online modules (~8 hours) prior to start
• Possible additional training during orientation (e.g., McKesson system training)
• Pass/fail competency exams may be required (medication, dysrhythmia/EKG, IV therapy) with limited attempts allowed

Documentation & Verification

• 3 professional references required (at least one supervisor-level)
• Employment application must show a minimum of 2 years acute care experience
• Work history verification required for at least 1 year prior to start date (New Jersey candidates)
• Skills checklist required

Additional Notes

• Return-to-Office (RTO) required within 5-7 days maximum upon submission
• No weekend shifts or floating assignments
• Candidates must complete all compliance documentation by the document deadline to avoid cancellation

This position is ideal for Radiology/Cardiology technologists licensed in New Jersey who have experience with mammography and DEXA scans and are comfortable working day shifts without weekend or floating requirements. First-time travel healthcare workers are welcome to apply.