Benefits of UF Health Training

Meaningful

As you already know, a career in medical imaging is both meaningful and rewarding. That’s why you’re considering a post-primary certification in mammography. Through daily interactions with clinically competent instructors at UF Health Jacksonville, you’ll develop exceptional technical skills in breast imaging. You’ll become part of a team caring for people during their most vulnerable moments, and over the course of four months, you'll work toward becoming a lasting member of that team. At the end of each day, you’ll know you’ve made a meaningful impact on patients’ lives while learning to produce high-quality diagnostic images that support the diagnosis and prognosis of breast pathology.

Affordable

Our program is largely funded by the UF Health Jacksonville Radiology Department. Therefore, savings are passed on to you with affordable tuition. Our team is invested in your growth and development as an exceptional breast imaging technologist. We want to “home grow” our future professionals to ensure they have the skills, knowledge, and attributes to establish great long-lasting careers here at UF Health – Jacksonville and ensure our patients receive the highest level of care.

Benefits

The School of Radiologic Technology at UF Health Jacksonville is invested in and committed to the success of our students. We provide these benefits at no cost to all our students because we believe they will promote their success and well-being.

Meals

Meal tickets are provided for each student and carry a current value of $35/week. The ticket will permit each student lunch in the hospital’s cafeteria.

Parking

Free parking is available in designated lots for students during scheduled clinical shifts.

Faculty

UF Health Jacksonville has a culture rooted in patient care, research, and education. The program has highly qualified and passionate instructors who are dedicated to your growth and development.

Jennifer Deacon, B.S.H., R.T. (R)(M)

Jennifer Deacon, B.S.H., R.T. (R)(M) serves as a Breast Imaging Navigator at UF Health – Jacksonville, bringing both clinical expertise and compassionate guidance to patients. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in 2010 from the University of North Florida, with a minor in Health Education, and went on to graduate Magna Cum Laude from the UF Health School of Radiologic Technology in 2014. Since 2015, she has specialized in diagnostic X-ray and mammography, combining technical expertise with a deep commitment to patient care.

Driven by a dedication to women’s health, Jennifer is active in community outreach, providing vital education and mammography services to patients. Her background in education and commitment to quality care make her an ideal fit as the program’s instructor. She’s passionate about mentoring the next generation of breast imaging technologists, preparing them with the skills, confidence, and compassion to truly impact patients' lives.