Mammography Technologist I

MemorialCare; Fountain Valley (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 84,000; Part time

Job summary

MemorialCare Health System seeks a Mammographer for the Orange Coast Medical Center Breast Center. This per diem role performs routine screening and diagnostic mammography, breast ultrasound, cyst aspirations, and core biopsies under MQSA guidelines.

The position includes localization, galactography, and quality control duties. Requires CRT in radiology/mammography, a minimum of one year in diagnostic radiography, and CPR certification.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in diagnostic radiography across adult, geriatric, adolescent and neonatal patients.
• CRT in Radiology/Mammography is required.
• BCLS CPR for Health Care Provider is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform imaging procedures per department protocols for diverse populations.
• Demonstrate ongoing professional growth and commitment.
• Be punctual and reliable in all shifts.
• Follow company policies, procedures and directives; maintain documentation.
• Interact in a positive and constructive manner and multitask.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Documentation

Education

CRT (Radiology/Mammography)

ARRT Certification (Radiology/Mammography) preferred

BCLS (CPR for Health Care Provider) required

Tools

Mammography equipment

Ultrasound machine

EMR/documentation system

Job description

Title: Mammographer

Location: Orange Coast Medical Center

Department: Breast Center

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Days (8hr)

Per Diem Pay Rate*: $53.00/hr

At MemorialCare Health System, we believe in providing extraordinary healthcare to our communities and an exceptional working environment for our employees. Memorial Care stands for excellence in Healthcare.Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration and accountability.Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation and teamwork.

Position Summary

Under general supervision, performs all routine screening and diagnostic mammography procedure within the scope of the Breast Center, including breast ultrasound, ultrasound guided cyst aspirations and core biopsies, localization and galactography procedures, and the required MQSA, Quality Control procedures.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the Job

• Ability to competently perform imaging procedures according to department/physician procedure protocols to the following populations: neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric, and completes all required documentation functions.
• Ability to demonstrate an understanding of personal/professional growth and commitment.
• Ability to be at work and be on time
• Ability to follow company policies, procedures and directives
• Ability to interact in a positive and constructive manner
• Ability to prioritize and multitask

*Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for this role, including but not limited to, shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities. Health and wellness is our passion at MemorialCare—that includes taking good care of employees and their dependents. We offer high quality health insurance plan options, so you can select the best choice for your family. And there’s more... Check out our MemorialCare Benefits for more information about our Benefits and Rewards.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications/Work Experience:

• One year experience in all areas where routine diagnostic radiographic procedures are provided to include geriatric, adult, adolescent and neonate patient populations, or student with clinical rotation completed at the hospital.

Education/Licensure/Certification:

• CRT (Radiology/Mammography) required.
• ARRT Certification (Radiology/Mammography) preferred.
• BCLS (CPR for Health Care Provider) required