Mammography Technologist

UCLA Health; Westlake Village (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health in Westlake Village, CA seeks a Mammography Technologist to perform high-quality diagnostic and screening mammography under the Breast Imaging Manager and Medical Director.

The role requires an active CRT Mammography license and BLS/CPR certification, with 1 year of Breast Imaging experience preferred; duties include patient preparation, image acquisition, QA, safety, and collaboration with radiologists.

This fully on-site position offers variable shifts and weekend coverage as needed.

Qualifications

• CRT Mammography license – required.
• BLS/CPR certification – required.
• At least 1 year of Breast Imaging experience – preferred.
• DEXA experience – preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform digital mammography examinations and assist Radiologist with procedures.
• Prepare patients for examinations, explain procedures, address questions, ensure comfort, privacy, and dignity.
• Review imaging requests for appropriateness and coordinate with departments as needed.
• Maintain documentation and compliance with MQSA, QA/QC, and radiation safety standards.
• Maintain clean, organized work area and monitor supply levels.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient-centered care

Multitasking

Communication

Quality and safety awareness

Education

CRT Mammography license

BLS/CPR certification

Associate’s Degree or Higher

Job description

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Work Location: Westlake Village, CA, USA

Onsite or Remote

Fully On-Site

Work Schedule

variable shifts with weekends as needed

Posted Date

09/02/2026

Salary Range: $55.38 - 73 Hourly

Employment Type

Duration

indefinate

Job #

32737

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

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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.

• 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

Job Qualifications

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• CRT (R) (M) Mammography license – required
• BLS/CPR certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross – required
• At least 1 year of experience in Breast Imaging – preferred
• 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

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer. Current/former UC employees are subject to a personnel file review.