Mammography Technologist
Anchorage, AK
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Mammography Tech (Radiology / Cardiology)

Location: Anchorage, Alaska
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Schedule: Days
• Experience: 3 years required
• Patient Population: Adults and Geriatrics
• Work Settings: Inpatient and Outpatient
• Medication System: PYXIS
• Orientation: 16 hours
• Previous charge experience preferred
• 1:1 patient ratios
• Black scrubs required for unit

Required Qualifications

• License: Valid Alaska State Mammography Tech license or ARRT Mammography (ARRT M) certification
• Certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
• Experience: Minimum 3 years in specialty (Mammography Tech)
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required

Health & Compliance Requirements

• Physical exam (renewed annually)
• Fit mask test (approved facility mask, renewed annually, must be completed prior to arrival)
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccination proof
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
• TB questionnaire (renewed annually)
• Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella: Titer or 2 vaccines required
• Hepatitis B: Titer, vaccine series, or facility-specific declination required (facility declination form must be signed)
• Negative 10-panel drug test within 30 days of start
• Seasonal flu vaccination or medical exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 - Apr 1)
• COVID-19 vaccination required (initial series or J&J dose, seasonal or bivalent boosters accepted; medical exemptions with doctor’s letter accepted; religious exemptions not accepted)

Background & Documentation

• Standard background check within 90 days of start
• Education verification or diploma related to specialty required
• Transcript not accepted in lieu of diploma
• Fingerprinting not required for this facility
• Two clinical references required
• Clinical skills checklist required
• Facility-specific forms and orientation handbook must be completed prior to start
• Photo for badge highly preferred but not mandatory

Additional Notes

• Candidates must complete all pre-boarding and onboarding tasks within deadlines to avoid start delays
• Medication and competency exams required for clearance
• Black scrubs are required on the unit

This position is suitable for Mammography Techs with at least 3 years of experience looking for a travel contract in Anchorage, Alaska. Prior travel experience is not mandatory.