Compassionate Mammography Technologist - Diagnostic Imaging

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine; Manhattan Beach (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine seeks a Mammography Technologist to perform high-quality diagnostic and screening mammography and to provide compassionate patient-centered care. You will ensure compliance with MQSA, safety standards, and documentation while partnering with Radiology staff.

The role includes cross-center coverage, equipment inspections, and maintaining patient comfort and privacy throughout exams. Strong interpersonal skills are essential.

Qualifications

• CRT (R) (M) Mammography license required.
• BLS/CPR certification from AHA or Red Cross required.
• ARRT (M) license within one year of hire required.
• At least 1 year of experience in Breast Imaging required.
• DEXA experience preferred.
• Associate's Degree or higher preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform digital mammography examinations and assist the Radiologist with procedures as needed.
• Prepare patients for examinations, explain procedures, address questions and concerns, and ensure patient comfort, privacy, and dignity throughout the visit.
• Review imaging requests for appropriateness and coordinate examinations with other departments and services as needed.
• Follow MQSA, quality assurance, quality control, and radiation safety standards with documentation.
• Maintain accurate records, ensure requisitions are complete, and document procedures performed.
• Inspect equipment and report maintenance or repair needs; ensure equipment is functioning within safety standards.
• Provide first aid and appropriate assistance in patient emergencies until support arrives.
• Float between UCLA Health Breast Imaging Centers and participate in rotating shifts as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Prioritization

Customer service

Education

Mammography license (CRT)

BLS/CPR certification

ARRT (M) license

Associate's Degree or higher

Tools

DEXA equipment

Job description

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine seeks a Mammography Technologist to perform high-quality diagnostic and screening mammography and to provide compassionate patient-centered care. You will ensure compliance with MQSA, safety standards, and documentation while partnering with Radiology staff.

The role includes cross-center coverage, equipment inspections, and maintaining patient comfort and privacy throughout exams. Strong interpersonal skills are essential.