Diagnostic Imaging Technician-Mammography, Robins AFB, GA (41133) Job in Macon 31098, Georgia US
Diagnostic Imaging Technician-Mammography, Robins AFB, GA (41133)
Serco Inc. is a leading provider of professional, technology and management services focused on the federal government. We advise, design, integrate and deliver solutions that transform how clients achieve their missions. Our customer-first approach, robust portfolio of services and global experience enable us to respond with solutions that achieve outcomes with value. Headquartered in Reston, VA, Serco Inc. has approximately 9,000 employees with annual revenue of $1.5 billion and is part of a $6.6 billion global business that helps transform government and public services around the world.
Serco recognizes that our employees are our most valuable asset. Our successes directly relate to our employees. At Serco, we listen, respect and support our employees and through continuous training, development and information-sharing, we advance talent internally, enhancing career growth and progression which enables not only our employees to excel but enables our customers to excel as well.
Our employees personally can make a difference. It is not just a job at Serco; at Serco, we offer career opportunities. We invite you to become part of our dynamic team.
Our Logistics team needs passionate people who care about the services they deliver to our customer; the United States Air Force. People who want to make a difference. We have an opportunity for a Diagnostic Imaging Technician-Mammography at Robins AFB, GA.
Perform screening and diagnostic mammograms to include spot compressions and magnification views when necessary. Set up and assist radiologists with needle localization and sterotactic breast biopsy procedures.
Specific Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Receive patients explain procedures, and provide appropriate care. Correctly position the patient for the examination and make adjustments necessary for the required examination. Determine if any special patient preparation is required.
- Operate mammography units to include sterotactic breast biopsy unit.
- Receive and interpret requests or instructions for mammography exams. Perform daily, monthly, quarterly and annual quality control inspections on all mammography units and film processors. Perform daily warm ups of all mammography units. Maintain mammography film files and hang films for comparison.
Serco is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to diversifying its workforce (M/F/D/V)
Required Skills:
Required Skills include but are not limited to:
- Identify abnormalities and determine need for additional mammography views per department protocol (either before or after consulting with department radiologists). Notify physician of significant exams requiring immediate attention.
- Maintain and clean mammography units, film processor, and cassettes on a regular basis in accordance with Radiology department, Food Drug Administration (FDA), and Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) standards. Stock and maintain an adequate level of supplies required for mammography exams and procedures. Recommend necessary monthly repairs when diagnostic quality is degraded.
- Make minor adjustments on equipment. Differentiate artifacts from normal or pathological processes and recognize electronic equipment limitations. Program the examination equipment. Set up the machine and scanning techniques to be employed. Perform all mammography examinations according to department protocols.
- Recognize the need for and institute necessary emergency measures for situations where a person requires resuscitation procedures due to cardiac or respiratory arrest.
Required Experience:
Required Experiences include but are not limited to:
- Graduation from a radiologic technologist training program accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiological Education (JCERT).
- Current registration as a Radiologic Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
- Have a minimum of one (1) year of experience in mammography or required performance of 200 exams with the last two (2) years.
Criminal History Background Check (CHBC) and pre-employment drug screen are required.
Serco recognizes that it takes a diverse workforce with unique talents and perspectives to solve the challenging problems of our clients. We invite you to become a part of our dynamic team.
