Mammography Technologist I - $5K Sign-On or Relocation Help

Kaiser Permanente; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Tacoma, WA is seeking a Mammography Technologist I to provide mammography services, prepare rooms and equipment, and develop films while upholding safety and ethics. You will apply age-appropriate care, educate patients, and ensure accurate data entry in departmental systems.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, Washington state radiologic technologist certification, and BLS at hire. Excellent communication and patient-service orientation are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Problem solving and critical thinking to support diagnostic services.
• Commitment to excellent customer service and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Performs mammography imaging per clinical protocols and positions patient for best view.
• Prepares mammography rooms and diagnostic equipment; develops films and ensures safety standards.
• Provides patient education and communicates procedures according to age-specific needs.
• Inputs patient data into IDX-Rad and IDX-Mam systems accurately.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and promotes patient-focused care.
• Complies with MQSA, OSHA, and radiation safety guidelines and regulations.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Tacoma, WA is seeking a Mammography Technologist I to provide mammography services, prepare rooms and equipment, and develop films while upholding safety and ethics. You will apply age-appropriate care, educate patients, and ensure accurate data entry in departmental systems.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, Washington state radiologic technologist certification, and BLS at hire. Excellent communication and patient-service orientation are essential.