Compassionate Mammography Tech for Screening & Diagnostics

University of California - Los Angeles Health; Westlake Village (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California - Los Angeles Health Mammography Technologist performs diagnostic and screening mammography with a variety of equipment, delivering compassionate, patient-centered care while upholding department, hospital, and regulatory standards.

The role includes performing digital mammography, preparing patients, coordinating with radiologists, adhering to MQSA and safety protocols, maintaining records, and ensuring a clean, well-stocked work area.

Qualifications

• Licensed mammography technologist (CRT R M) required.
• BLS/CPR certification required.
• ARRT (M) license within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform digital mammography examinations and assist Radiologist.
• Prepare patients for examinations, explain procedures, and ensure comfort, privacy, and dignity.
• Review imaging requests for appropriateness and coordinate with departments as needed.
• Follow MQSA, quality assurance, quality control, and radiation safety standards; document data.
• Maintain records, complete requisitions, and document procedures performed.
• Keep a clean, organized, and stocked work area; monitor inventory.
• Inspect equipment and report maintenance or repair needs; ensure safety standards.
• Follow infection prevention and safety policies and confidentiality requirements.
• Provide first aid and patient emergency assistance until support arrives.
• Communicate professionally with patients, families, physicians, nurses, and coworkers; adhere to C-I-CARE standards.
• Float between UCLA Health Breast Imaging Centers and rotate shifts as needed.

Skills

Compassionate care

Patient-centered care

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Associate degree or higher

Tools

Mammography equipment

DEXA equipment

Job description

University of California - Los Angeles Health Mammography Technologist performs diagnostic and screening mammography with a variety of equipment, delivering compassionate, patient-centered care while upholding department, hospital, and regulatory standards.

The role includes performing digital mammography, preparing patients, coordinating with radiologists, adhering to MQSA and safety protocols, maintaining records, and ensuring a clean, well-stocked work area.