Mammography Technologist

CommonSpirit Health; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health is seeking a Radiologic Mammography Technologist to perform mammographic imaging in outpatient clinics across the Greater Sacramento Area, including Roseville, California.

You will prepare patients, assist radiologists, capture diagnostic images, document patient information in the EMR, and maintain radiology equipment. Requires CA CRT and Mammography license, AMA Radiologic Technology program completion, and BLS certification; strong interpersonal skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Satisfactory completion of a formal AMA school of Radiologic Technology or equivalent to an AMA Technologic program
• Must be licensed by the State of California in CRT & Mammography
• CA license verification prior to start if in process
• 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

Responsibilities

• Perform mammographic imaging procedures in outpatient clinics.
• Prepare patients for Radiologic/Mammography examinations and relay instructions from the radiologist.
• Help capture usable diagnostic images for accurate diagnosis.
• Collect patient data and document concerns and care in the medical record.
• Troubleshoot, calibrate, and maintain radiology equipment to avoid failures.
• May work at other locations within the Greater Sacramento Area as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Anatomy & physiology knowledge

Radiologic safety

Communication with radiologist

Education

AMA Radiologic Technology program

High School diploma

Tools

PACS

EMR/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.

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
• 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

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.

Dignity Health Advanced Imaging, a service of Dignity Health Medical Foundation, provides cutting-edge diagnostic imaging services at 23 locations across Redding, Santa Cruz, Sacramento, Woodland. Our team of 160 staff members work with our specialty trained and board certified radiologists to provide high quality care to our patients. The locations perform more than 175,000 exams annually with the goal of providing top quality imaging, compassionate care, and timely service with a smile.

Pay Range

$44.18 - $65.71 /hour