Mammo Tech, Per Diem, Varied shift, 8 hours

Alameda Health System; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 124,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Alameda Health System in Oakland, CA is seeking a Mammography Technologist per diem to perform diagnostic mammography procedures under the direction of the Diagnostic Imaging Director and Radiologist.

Responsibilities include ensuring MQSA compliance, conducting QA tests, reviewing radiology and pathology reports, preparing for inspections, scheduling patients for procedures including biopsies, and supporting staff training.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience as mammography technologist.
• Valid Mammography certification (CA) and Radiologic Technologist license (CA).
• Current BLS certification and basic computer knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiographic mammography procedures for diagnosis.
• Maintain MQSA compliance via record keeping and reporting.
• Conduct frequency-sensitive MQSA QA tests and medical audits.
• Review mammography and pathology reports; notify clinicians.
• Prepare department for State of CA and ACR inspections.
• Train new mammographers and students; assist in protocols.
• Schedule patients for biopsies and coordinate follow-ups.

Skills

Independent judgment

Attention to detail

Education

Radiologic Technologist certification (CA)

Mammography certification (CA)

Job description

Summary

Under the direction of the Diagnostic Imaging Director and Radiologist, performs mammography procedures at a level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail and within established departmental policies and procedures.

Duties and Essential Job Functions

• Perform appropriate radiographic procedures for medical diagnosis.
• Practice established radiation protection standards.
• Perform a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment with ingenuity and initiative.
• Responsible for maintaining compliance with the Mammography Quality Standards Act of 1992 (MQSA) through record keeping and reporting, that includes but is not limited to:
• Perform all frequency-sensitive QA tests as prescribed by the MQSA
• Perform medical audit of Radiologist
• Review all mammography and pathology reports
• Generate, review, and mail result letters to patients and referring clinicians
• Prepare the mammography department for all inspections by the State of California and the American College of Radiology (ACR)
• Compile and maintain statistics necessary for accreditation of the facility
• Additional duties may include, but are not limited to:
• Maintain department equipment and supplies
• Assist in training new mammographers and students
• Assist in establishing department protocols
• Attend meetings involving breast health
• Schedule patients for and assist Radiologist in biopsy procedures including imaging of breast specimens
• Contact patients for follow-up or additional radiographic films or exams

Pay Range

$90.90/hr

The pay range for this position reflects the base pay scale for the role at Alameda Health System. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, departmental equity, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and the operational needs of the organization. Alameda Health System also offers eligible positions a generous comprehensive benefits program.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience: 5 years experience as mammography technologist Valid and current certification in Mammography issued by the California State Department of Health Services, Radiologic Health Branch Current Basic Life Support Certification; Basic computer knowledge; Valid and current certification as a Radiologic Technologist issued by the State of California Department of Health Services.

Additional Information

Notes: This is a Per Diem/SAN position. This position requires incumbent to perform both x-rays and mammograms when assigned to a clinic. Experience in stereotactic breast biopsy preferred - will train if needed. You will be joining a tight-knit community hospital clinic integral to the community.