Mammography Technologist I: Newport Beach Breast Care & Imaging Center

Hoag • Newport Beach, CA

7h • $46 - $71

About The Position

The Mammography Technologist performs routine screening mammography examinations and obtains high-quality radiographs. The role produces images of excellent diagnostic quality to optimally demonstrate anatomy and/or pathology while providing maximum patient comfort and safety. The technologist educates patients about exams, supports patient safety, and appropriately uses procedure-related patient-care and support devices for the patient's age. The technologist alerts the Supervisor and/or appropriate staff to potential problems or equipment malfunctions, maintains a relaxed environment to calm anxious patients, and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate degree or higher.
• Graduate of an ARRT-approved Radiologic Technology program.
• California Radiologic Technologist Diagnostic Radiologic Technology license (CRTXR).
• California Radiologic Technologist Mammographic Radiologic Technology license (CRTMA) by the date of hire.
• ARRT Radiography certification (RTR).
• AHA BLS certification.
• ARRT Mammography certification (RTM); if not held, it must be obtained within 6 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• 6 months to 1 year of experience is preferred; new graduates with a State of California Mammography License (CRT M) will also be considered.
• Knowledge of EMR systems and EPIC.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine screening mammography examinations and obtain high-quality radiographs.
• Obtain diagnostic-quality images that optimally demonstrate anatomy and/or pathology while maximizing patient comfort and safety.
• Educate patients about examinations.
• Take measures to provide for patient safety and use procedure-related patient-care and support devices appropriate for the patient's age.
• Alert the Supervisor and/or appropriate staff to potential problems or equipment malfunctions.
• Maintain a relaxed environment to calm anxious patients.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree