Mammography Technologist

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

Description

Under the direction of the Breast Imaging Manager and Medical Director, the Mammography Technologist performs high-quality diagnostic and screening mammography using a variety of mammography equipment. The technologist provides compassionate, patient-centered care while ensuring compliance with departmental, hospital, and regulatory standards.

Essential Duties

• 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 established MQSA, quality assurance, quality control, and radiation safety standards, including maintaining accurate documentation and tracking required data.
• Maintain accurate records, ensure requisitions are complete, and appropriately document procedures performed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked work area and monitor supply levels to ensure adequate inventory.
• Inspect equipment and report maintenance or repair needs; ensure equipment is functioning within established safety and performance standards.
• Follow infection prevention, health and safety, confidentiality, and departmental policies and procedures.
• Provide first aid and appropriate assistance in the event of a patient emergency until additional support is available.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with patients, families, physicians, nurses, and coworkers while demonstrating a commitment to excellent customer service and the Health System's C-I-CARE standards.
• Float between UCLA Health Breast Imaging Centers and participate in rotating shifts as needed.

Salary Range: $55.38 - $73.00/Hourly

Qualifications

*Please ensure your resume and application includes ALL relevant certifications and licenses. Any applications missing these requirements will not be considered*

• CRT (R) (M) Mammography license - required
• BLS/CPR certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross - required
• ARRT (M) license within one year of hire - required
• At least 1 year of experience in Breast Imaging - required
• At least 1 year of DEXA experience - preferred
• Breast Ultrasound experience - preferred
• Associate's Degree or Higher - preferred
• Ability to identify and recognize contraindications for exams. (Radiology Only)
• Ability to prioritize work, handling multiple tasks to completion, within the time allotted
• Ability to respond efficiently to expressed needs of referring services, physicians and patients
• Excellent interpersonal skills effectively and diplomatically with patients, visitors, hospital staff, physicians, and other
• Knowledge of medical terminology, with ability to distinguish between- types of procedures within the assigned department(s) and medical diagnoses