Mammography Tech-Radiology

Palomar Health•Escondido, CA

1d•$52 - $73

About The Position

Performs screening and diagnostic mammography procedures while maintaining a thorough understanding of FDA and MQSA regulations and California state requirements. Responsible for documenting equipment quality-control testing and meeting continuing education requirements for California, the FDA, and the American College of Radiology. May rotate through Bone Density services and general radiography as needed. The position assists physicians, interprets orders, and explains procedures to registered nurses, patients, and families. It performs routine procedures and specialized examinations, including routine procedures independently and localizations as needed. Responsibilities include screening patients for appropriate medical history, providing quality patient care, performing quality-assurance testing, and obtaining consent forms. The technologist uses correct anatomical positioning, shielding, and collimation to produce quality radiographs, and selects technical factors that provide optimal images with the lowest amount of radiation. The role also includes explaining procedures and post-exam instructions, informing patients about protocols for receiving test results, completing billing with CPT and diagnosis codes, and keeping the exam room stocked with necessary supplies. The employee must be able to speak and read English sufficiently to perform the essential functions, use standard office equipment and computer software, and perform required Windows computer operations upon employment or within the first two weeks. Other duties may be assigned. The position follows Palomar Health Medical Group rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws, and standards, and supports its mission, vision, and quality commitment.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of experience.
Required license: Mammographic Radiologic Technology, American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT(R).
Required certification: Certified Radiologic Technologist CRT(R).
Minimum education as required by certification and/or licensure.
Ability to speak and read English sufficiently to perform the essential functions of the position.
Knowledge of standard office equipment and personal computers, including proficiency with Windows, Microsoft Office applications, internet, and email.
Ability to perform required Windows computer operations upon employment or within the first two weeks.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree preferred.
3–4 years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform screening and diagnostic mammography procedures.
Document equipment quality-control tests and perform quality-assurance testing.
Meet continuing education requirements for California, the FDA, and the American College of Radiology.
Rotate through Bone Density services and general radiography as needed.
Assist physicians, interpret orders, and explain procedures to registered nurses, patients, and families.
Perform routine procedures and specialized examinations independently, including localizations as needed.
Screen patients for appropriate medical history, provide quality patient care, and obtain consent forms.
Use correct anatomical positioning, shielding, and collimation, and select technical factors that produce optimal radiographs with the lowest amount of radiation.
Explain procedures and post-exam instructions to patients, including protocols for receiving test results.
Complete billing using CPT and diagnosis codes.
Keep the exam room stocked with necessary supplies.
Follow Palomar Health Medical Group rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws, and standards, and carry out its mission, vision, and quality commitment.
Perform other duties as assigned.