Mammography Technologist

UnitedHealth Group•Highland, CA

12d•$29 - $52

About The Position

The Mammography Technologist positions patients to obtain optimal breast tissue images and performs mammography and general radiography, while assisting radiologists with fluoroscopic procedures. The role requires customer-service and interpersonal skills, including empathy, compassion, and professional interactions with patients, customers, and coworkers. The technologist uses independent judgment to carry out established procedures and must have a working knowledge of MQSA, ACR, and FDA mammography standards. The position reports directly to the Radiology Supervisor and indirectly to the Director of Operations. It includes patient preparation, accurate setup and operation of rooms and imaging equipment, accurate documentation and tracking of procedures, and support for the quality and continuity of patient care. The technologist may cover other facility sites, assist with training and orientation, and take on related assignments as operational needs require.

Requirements

Successful completion of an AMA-approved school of Radiologic Technology.
Successful completion of Mammography training.
California Department of Public Health/Radiologic Health Branch CRT certification for Radiography, Fluoroscopy, and Mammography.
ARRT (R)(M) certification.
BLS certification.
Valid California driver’s license and insurability under the company’s insurance carrier standards, as applicable to job requirements.
Ability to operate imaging equipment using proper technique.
Ability to operate processing equipment using proper technique.
Ability to demonstrate operation of all equipment and train staff on it.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of experience in Diagnostic Radiology.
At least 1 year of experience in Mammography.

Responsibilities

Perform mammography and general radiography and assist the radiologist with fluoroscopic procedures.
Position patients and select techniques accurately; use radiation protection, including coning and shielding, and keep exposure as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA).
Maintain a personal repeat rate below 5% per year and provide reasonable support or a corrective action plan when needed.
Follow physicians’ orders and radiation regulations; verify the accuracy of orders, including the correct side and anatomical part, before proceeding if discrepancies are present.
Use personal markers for anatomical orientation and ensure images have accurate, complete patient and procedure identification.
Keep work areas neat, clean, and orderly; follow body-fluid precautions and help keep other department and facility areas clean and unobstructed.
Perform clerical duties as assigned and use Epic Systems and Synapse PACS to document accurate patient information, track procedures through completion, support accurate billing, and send studies to radiologists for reading.
Prepare patients for procedures as necessary and accurately set up rooms, equipment, accessories, and supplies.
Use imaging and processing equipment knowledgeably to support efficient department operations and quality, continuous patient care.
Assist with personnel orientation and training as required within the scope of training and certification; may help orient or train newly hired technologists.
Assist with and participate in quality assurance, quality control, and process improvement efforts.
Notify the Supervisor promptly about equipment or process failures and performance issues.
Participate in cost-saving and cost-avoidance efforts.
Cover staffing needs at other facility sites as indicated.
Complete special projects and other assignments or work tasks within the position’s scope and level as operational needs require.