Mammography Tech - Per Diem

Mammography TechnologistThe Health Care District of Palm Beach County's Atlantis Community Health Center is our newest state-of-the-art Federally Qualified Health Center in Lake Worth. Through integrated care for all ages, Atlantis CHC is designed to make high-quality care more connected, accessible and convenient for the community. This modern facility brings together adult and pediatric primary care, women's health, pediatric dental care and mental health services under one roof creating a one-stop medical home for patients and families. Our new mammography service expands access to life-saving breast cancer screening and early detection for our patients.With the addition of on-site mammography, patients can access essential preventive screenings in the same place they receive routine care eliminating the need to travel elsewhere for annual exams.This is an opportunity to be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team of professionals while making a meaningful impact on the health of the community. Thoughtfully designed throughout, the center features custom wall art that creates a warm, welcoming environment for patients and team members alike.Why This Opportunity Stands OutFederally Qualified Health Center (FQHC)Unique chance to help open and shape a new mammography serviceMeaningful work that directly supports early detection and better patient outcomesOpportunity to join a mission-driven team focused on quality, compassion, and excellenceWhat You Will DoAs our Mammography Technologist, you will play an essential role in delivering high-quality breast imaging while creating a safe, comfortable, and supportive experience for every patient. In this role, you will:Perform a variety of mammography procedures with precision and compassionProduce high-quality diagnostic mammograms in accordance with established protocolsSelect appropriate exposure factors and positioning techniques to achieve optimal images with the lowest dose possibleFollow radiation safety practices and maintain compliance with ALARA principlesPrepare exam rooms and equipment for mammography proceduresPosition patients accurately and use immobilization/support devices to ensure safety, image quality, and patient comfortVerify patient identity and confirm that provider orders match the exam being performedEnsure all documentation is complete and accurate prior to proceduresEnter patient and technical data accurately into the computer systemInput patient charges accuratelyPrint films and burn CDs as neededMaintain required mammography logs and tracking documentation, including the medical outcomes logPerform and document daily, weekly, monthly, and annual quality control measures, and take corrective action when neededMaintain a strong working knowledge of MQSA standards and ensure compliance in all aspects of mammography practiceMaintain accurate and complete records of mammography procedures and QC testing in accordance with regulatory requirementsSupport compliance with EQUIP requirements and participate in ongoing quality improvement initiativesDemonstrate experience with accreditation standards, including ACR and FDA guidelinesMaintain inventory of supplies and communicate needs to the clinic supervisorUse imaging equipment safely and according to policy, reporting malfunctions promptlyMaintain the cleanliness and readiness of equipment after useFollow all aspects of the Health Care District's Code of ConductParticipate in emergency duty if required, including support in special needs or Red Cross shelters and response to natural or man-made disastersQualificationsRequired:Associate's DegreeLicensed in the State of Florida as a RadiographerARRT registered as a MammographerPreferred:Two years of mammography experienceCPR CertificationWorking knowledge of MQSA, EQUIP, ACR, and FDA standards and accreditation processesJob InfoJob Identification 875Job Category ImagingJob Schedule Part timeJob Shift DayLocations 4801 S CONGRESS AVE, Lake Worth, FL, 33461, US (On-site)Department Radiology - LMCAbout UsThe Health Care District of Palm Beach County is an independent special taxing district that has served as a healthcare safety net for more than 36 years to fill in gaps in access to healthcare services. This unique healthcare system covers the entire county and provides a wide range of services such as nine community health centers (Federally Qualified Health Centers) which serve everyone regardless of ability to pay; school health teams in 172 public schools; a lifesaving Trauma Hawk aeromedical helicopter program; a rural, public teaching hospital, Lakeside Medical Center; an award-winning skilled nursing center; a ground ambulance program for Health Care District patients needing a higher level of care and the county's Trauma Agency, which ensures quality outcomes within the county's trauma system and leads initiatives to prevent traumatic injury.We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, military or veteran status, age, sex, pregnancy status, genetic information, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation or identification status, or any other legally recognized category protected by jurisdictional, state or federal law. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants.We are also committed to maintaining a safe, healthy, and productive work environment for all employees. As such, we are a Drug-Free Workplace.This role may require Agency of Health Care Administration (AHCA) background screening and clearance. As required under House Bill 531, applicants may review AHCA's education and awareness information at the following link: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/