Mammography Tech

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine seeks a Mammography Technologist to independently perform breast imaging procedures and patient care in accordance with MQSA and ACR standards.

Radiologic technologist licensure in Indiana with ARRT Mammography registration and CPR certification is required; lifting up to 50 lbs (100 lbs shared) and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work independently using critical thinking skills.
• Knowledge of imaging the various anatomical structures of breast imaging.

Responsibilities

• Operate mammography equipment and perform procedures per department policies.
• Provide excellent patient care in accordance with MQSA and ACR Standards.
• Assist other areas and shifts as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Critical thinking

Multi-tasking

Education

Accredited radiologic technology program

Job description

Req #: 185553

Summary

This position is eligible for a sign on bonus

Independently provides excellent patient care in accordance with Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) and American College of Radiology. Operates mammography equipment and performs procedures in accordance to department policies and procedures. Operates within the "Standards of Ethics" of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist and the "Clinical Practice Standards" established by the American Society of Radiologic Technologist. Assist other areas and shifts as needed.

Education

Satisfactory completion of an accredited radiologic technology program.

Licensure/Certification

Valid registration with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in mammography or meet MQSA quality standards (MQSA Sec 900.12 Quality standard (a) (2). Valid Radiologic Technologist license with the Indiana State Board of Health. Valid CPR Certification. Must maintain MQSA technologist requirements of 15 mammography continuing education credits in a 36 month prior to each MQSA inspection and 200 mammography examinations 24 months prior to MQSA inspection.

Experience

Previous experience preferred, but not required, or previous experience in a similar role

Other Qualifications

Knowledge of imaging the various anatomical structures of breast imaging. Must be able to lift 50 lbs., 100 lbs. shared lifting. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of general computer skills and applications. Demonstrate ability to multi-task and work independently using critical thinking skills.