Mammography Technologist - Breast Imaging HC3 - Per Diem 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union)

As part of the Imaging Services Team, the Mammography Technologist provides support for the radiologist in the performance of high quality breast imaging and provides related work as required.

Essential Duties

• Organizes, plans and directs activities related to patients and breast imaging procedures for their designated areas.
• Demonstrates complete working knowledge of all radiographic equipment (i.e., tomosynthesis unit, stereotactic unit) within the department necessary to perform studies.
• Demonstrates correct and adequate anatomic positioning skills and uses film markers properly.
• Adjust technical factors in proportion to patient age and body part being examined while minimizing radiation.
• Performs and/or assists with mammography procedures according to approved department procedure manual.
• Reviews patient’s breast imaging questionnaire, doctor’s order and requisition for physician notes and/or special instructions, reviews with radiologist and patient if necessary to assure safety and appropriateness.
• Recognizes emergency situations, indicates code and properly administers aid as needed.
• Performs visual inspections, selects appropriate equipment and applies immobilization devices as required.
• Practices sterile technique and prevents cross contamination to patient and instruments.
• Records pertinent patient information and completes all paperwork as required and assists in maintaining files. Performs billing functions timely and accurately.
• Responsible for the Quality Control of all films for proper positioning, technique and identification.
• Prepares films and film jacket timely for interpretation by radiologist.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Uploads CDs and digitizes breast imaging studies as needed.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Specialized/technical training: Graduate of an AMA approved 2‑year Radiologic Technology Program.
• 1 year experience as a mammography technologist.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to speak, read and write English proficiently.
• Demonstrates ability to effectively work with physicians, staff, and patients.

Preferred Qualifications

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Certified Mammographic Radiologic Technologist (CA DPH)
• Mammography (ARRT)
• Certified Radiologic Technologist (CA DPH)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association
• Fire Life Safety Training (LA City); if no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days and maintained by renewal before expiration date (Required within LA City only).

The hourly rate range for this position is $45.00 - $76.50. When extending an offer of employment, the University considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.