Mammography Technologist, Full Time, Days

PIH Health; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare network is seeking a skilled mammography technician to perform diagnostic imaging in a supportive outpatient environment. This role emphasizes patient education on breast health and disease prevention, while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Join a recognized leader in patient care, where your expertise will contribute to innovative healthcare solutions and enhance the lives of many in the community. If you are passionate about women's health and possess strong technical skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current CRT and CMT license.
• ARRT certification for mammography required within 18 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform screening and diagnostic mammography in an outpatient setting.
• Provide education regarding breast imaging and disease prevention.

Skills

Technical skills in breast imaging

Understanding of MQSA mandates

Interpersonal skills

Digital mammography experience

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

Current CRT and CMT license

Current ARRT certification for mammography

Current BCLS certification

8.0 Category A digital mammography CEUs

8.0 hours of Breast Digital Tomosynthesis

Job description

This position performs screening and diagnostic mammography in an outpatient setting. Provides education to patients and families regarding breast imaging; prevention and early detection of breast disease.

PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network that serves approximately 3 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region. The fully integrated network is comprised of PIH Health Downey Hospital, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, PIH Health Whittier Hospital, 37 outpatient medical office buildings, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, digestive health, orthopedics, women’s health, urgent care and emergency services. The organization is nationally recognized for excellence in patient care and patient experience, and the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) has identified PIH Health as one of the nation’s top hospital systems for best practices, cutting-edge advancements, quality of care and healthcare technology. For more information, visit PIHHealth.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.

Required Skills

• Excellent technical and positioning skills including sound clinical knowledge of breast disease.
• Understanding of related MQSA mandates and regulations.
• Ability to work effectively with staff, physicians and management.
• Prior digital mammography experience preferred
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Basic computer skills

Required Experience

Required:

• Current CRT and CMT license.
• Current ARRT certification for mammography or obtain within 18 months of hire.
• Current BCLS certification.
• 8.0 Category A digital mammography CEU’s.
• 8.0 hours of Breast Digital Tomosynthesis

Preferred:

• Prior experience imaging with tomosytheiss and/or obtained initial tomosythesis CME qualifications

Salary
41.60-64.00

Shift
Days

FLSA Status
Non-Exempt

Zip Code
90017