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Job Opportunity: Mammography Tech (Travel/Contract)

Location: Oakland, California
Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology (Mammography Tech)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

Schedule:
- Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
- Rotating weekend shifts: Tuesday to Friday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM and Saturday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM with Monday off
- Every other weekend and 1 Saturday per month required
Floating required within the breast center and mobile mammography van service across the Bay Area

Required Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of experience as a Mammography Tech
Education: Graduate of an approved school of Radiologic Technology
Licenses/Certifications:
- ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) certification
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
- CRT (Certified Radiologic Technologist)
- California State Mammography Licensure (Certified Radiologic Technologist certification by the California Department of Health Services)

Prior Travel Experience

Not explicitly required

Background and Compliance Requirements

7-year background check including SSN trace, county searches, sex offender search, education verification, and FACIS Level 3 screening
EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, OFAC Sanctions List searches as applicable
Education verification and transcript/diploma validation
Drug screening: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids due to CA law)
Physical exam within 1 year of start
Immunizations and health screenings including:
- TB test or chest x-ray within 90 days of start, renewed annually
- Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap within 10 years
- Flu vaccination during flu season (Nov-April) or signed declination
- Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella immunity or vaccination documentation
Fit mask test within 1 year, renewed annually (with accommodations for religious exemptions or facial hair)
Respiratory safety clearance, renewed annually

Facility Specific Requirements

Candidate must review and sign various facility documents prior to start, including:
- Job description
- Standards of business conduct
- Confidentiality agreements
- Orientation booklet and post-test
- TB questionnaire signed by healthcare provider within 90 days of start
- Vendor training and code of conduct for 2024 and 2025 (if contract extends)
- Conditional offer of employment attestation
- Religious accommodation forms if applicable

Additional Notes

Unit-specific skills checklist required, renewed annually
Employment application must include full 7 years of work history with no gaps
Employment verification for up to 7 years required, with explanations for any gaps over 30 days
References: 2 professional references required (Aya requirement, not client)

This position offers a structured schedule with rotating weekends and requires flexibility to float and travel within the Bay Area using a mobile mammography van. Candidates must meet strict licensure, certification, and health compliance standards to be eligible.

About Oakland, CA

As a Travel Mammogram Technician in Oakland, CA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Oakland is higher than the national average, especially housing costs.
However, wages generally match up with the higher cost of living.

Weather

Summer average highs are around 72-75°F, and winter average lows are around 45-48°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Oakland, but they may require some searching due to high demand in the area.

Transportation

Oakland is relatively car-friendly, but public transportation options such as buses, BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit), and ferries are also available for getting around.

Demographics

Oakland is a diverse city with a wide range of ethnicities and ages.
Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to air quality.
There is a large population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Oakland offers a variety of activities including fine dining, waterfront excursions, walks and cruises around Lake Merritt, museums, art galleries, shops, performing arts venues, and musical performances at historic theaters.

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