Mammography Imaging Specialist

Kaiser Permanente; Harbor Pines (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente is seeking a Radiologic Technologist specialized in mammography to operate dedicated mammography systems and position patients for diagnostic breast imaging. You will critique images, adjust factors, and ensure high-quality studies for physician review.

Responsibilities include training others, maintaining QC/QA programs per CA/MQSA standards, documenting procedures, and collaborating with radiologists to clarify orders and optimize image quality.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of mammography techniques and anatomy.
• Ability to perform QC/QA for mammography per MQSA and CA standards.
• Certification and licensure as Radiologic Technologist (CA) and ARRT.

Responsibilities

• Operate mammography equipment to produce diagnostic images.
• Position patients, ensure implants consideration, and obtain required views.
• Train and orient staff and students in mammography procedures.
• Document procedures and QA/QC activities.
• Maintain compliance with state, MQSA and hospital policies.
• Perform routine radiographic exams as needed.
• Collaborate with radiologists to review questionable images.

Skills

Mammography techniques

Patient positioning

Quality Control

Infection control

Education

Radiologic Technologist Certificate (California)

Radiologic Technologist Certification (ARRT)

Basic Life Support

Tools

Mammography equipment

Quality QC procedures

Job description

Kaiser Permanente is seeking a Radiologic Technologist specialized in mammography to operate dedicated mammography systems and position patients for diagnostic breast imaging. You will critique images, adjust factors, and ensure high-quality studies for physician review.

Responsibilities include training others, maintaining QC/QA programs per CA/MQSA standards, documenting procedures, and collaborating with radiologists to clarify orders and optimize image quality.