Mammography Technologist

Job Summary & Responsibilities To be successful in this role, you’ll need to fully understand the professional scope of practice as defined by the California Business and Professional Code, demonstrating skills and behaviors that meet a fully competent level of performance as a Radiologic Mammography Technologist. This includes knowledge of the general imaging workflow, various patient positioning techniques, and capturing precise results for timely and accurate diagnosis. You will also need to enjoy working directly with people as you play a huge role in the patient experience. Daily Activities Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment and perform patient care services that support the physician and providers’ practice under the supervision of the radiologists, other licensed staff, and management. Help capture usable diagnostic images from patients so the Radiologist can accurately diagnose and/or rule out different conditions. Perform thorough and accurate imaging technique for patient positioning respective to the order. Assist in preparing patients for radiologic/mammography examinations. Relaying instructions from the radiologist to your patient or authorized person. Collect patient data, documenting patient concerns, messages, and care provided in the patient’s medical record for the radiologist’s review and performing diagnostic medical imaging. Maintain mechanical aptitude, troubleshoot, calibrate, and maintain radiology equipment to avoid equipment failures. May be required to occasionally work at other locations within the Greater Sacramento Area as needed. Candidates in the process of obtaining CA licensure may be considered; however, CA license must be verified prior to start date. Job Requirements Minimum Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent. Satisfactory completion of a formal AMA school of Radiologic Technology or equivalent to an AMA Technologic program. Must be licensed by the State of California in CRT & Mammography. Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills are essential. Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy and physiology for imaging, proper operation of, and care of radiology diagnostic equipment, and radiation safety is required. Maintain current California license in CRT. Maintain current CPR. Maintain current California license in Mammography. Preferred Qualifications One (1) year experience as a Radiologic/Mammography Technologist is preferred. Six (6) months experience in an outpatient environment is preferred. Certification in Mammography through ARRT is preferred. Medical terminology and familiarity with an electronic practice management system and PACS is preferred. Where You'll Work Dignity Health Medical Foundation established in 1993 is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation with care centers throughout California. Dignity Health Medical Foundation is an affiliate of Dignity Health – one of the largest health systems in the nation – with hospitals and care centers in California, Arizona, and Nevada. Today Dignity Health Medical Foundation works hand‑in‑hand with physicians and providers throughout California to provide comprehensive health care services to the many communities we serve. As Dignity Health Medical Foundation continues to grow and establish new premier care centers we provide increasing support and investment in the latest technologies, finest physicians, and state‑of‑the‑art medical facilities. We strive to create purposeful work settings where staff can provide great care while advancing in knowledge and experience through challenging work assignments and stimulating relationships. Our staff is well‑trained and highly skilled – qualities that are vital to maintaining excellence in care and service. Mercy Imaging Centers, a service of Dignity Health Medical Foundation, provides cutting‑edge diagnostic imaging services at 16 locations in the greater Sacramento and Woodland areas. Our team of 160 staff members works with specialty‑trained and board‑certified radiologists to provide high‑quality care to our patients. The locations perform more than 175,000 exams annually with the goal of providing top‑quality imaging, compassionate care, and timely service with a smile. Pay Range $44.18 – $65.71 /hour #J-18808-Ljbffr