Mammography Technologist

CommonSpirit Health; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 121,072,000 - 179,713,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health is seeking a Radiologic Mammography Technologist to perform mammographic imaging procedures in outpatient clinics. You will prepare patients, capture diagnostic images, relay radiologist instructions, and document data in the medical record.

You may troubleshoot and maintain equipment and work at other sites in the Greater Sacramento Area. This role requires CA CRT & Mammography licenses, AMA Radiologic Technology training, and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Formal AMA Radiologic Technology program or equivalent
• 40 hours of structured Mammography education
• CA CRT & Mammography license (licensure verifiable)
• AHA BLS certification
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and customer service skills
• Knowledge of anatomy/physiology for imaging and radiation safety

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for Radiologic/Mammography examinations and relay radiologist instructions
• Capture usable diagnostic images for accurate diagnosis
• Document patient concerns and care in the medical record
• Troubleshoot, calibrate and maintain radiology equipment
• May be required to work at other locations within the Greater Sacramento Area

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Anatomy knowledge

Radiation safety

Education

AMA Radiologic Technology program

California CRT & Mammography license

Tools

PACS

Electronic practice management system

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Radiologic Mammography Technologist with Dignity Health Medical Foundation, now part of CommonSpirit Health, you will perform mammographic imaging procedures in our outpatient clinics.

Every day you will assist in preparing patients for Radiologic/Mammography examinations and relay instructions from the radiologist, help capture usable diagnostic images from patients so the Radiologist can accurately diagnose and/or rule out different conditions, and collect patient data, documenting patient concerns, patient messages, and care provided in the patient's medical record for the Radiologist’s review. You will also troubleshoot, calibrate, and maintain radiology equipment to avoid equipment failures. You may be required to occasionally work at other locations within the Greater Sacramento Area as needed.

To be successful in this role, you will need enthusiasm to help others and a desire to have a positive impact on the lives of our patients and their families.

We are offering a sign-on bonus to new hires who meet eligibility requirements.

Job Requirements (Required)

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Satisfactory completion of a formal AMA school of Radiologic Technology or equivalent to an AMA Technologic program
• Completion of 40 hours of structured education in Mammography
• Must be licensed by the State of California in CRT & Mammography
• Candidates in the process of obtaining CA licensure may be considered, however CA license must be verified prior to start date.
• Current BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA BLS)
• Excellent interpersonal organizational and customer service skills are essential
• Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy and physiology for imaging proper operation of and care of radiology diagnostic equipment and radiation safety is required

Preferred

• At least one (1) year experience as a Radiologic/Mammography Technologist
• Six (6) months experience in an outpatient environment
• Certification in Mammography through ARRT
• Medical terminology and familiarity with an electronic practice management system and PACS

Where You’ll Work

Dignity Health Medical Foundation established in 1993 is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation with care centers throughout California. Dignity Health Medical Foundation is an affiliate of Dignity Health - one of the largest health systems in the nation - with hospitals and care centers in California Arizona and Nevada. Today Dignity Health Medical Foundation works hand-in-hand with physicians and providers throughout California to provide comprehensive health care services to the many communities we serve. As Dignity Health Medical Foundation continues to grow and establish new premier care centers we provide increasing support and investment in the latest technologies finest physicians and state-of-the-art medical facilities. We strive to create purposeful work settings where staff can provide great care while advancing in knowledge and experience through challenging work assignments and stimulating relationships. Our staff is well-trained and highly skilled qualities that are vital to maintaining excellence in care and service.

Pay Range

$42.17 - $62.73 /hour