Mammography Technologist II - 8-Hour Day Shift - $10K Hiring Incentive!

Mammography Technologist II

Would you like to be part of a team of colleagues that employs pioneering, innovative techniques to treat a variety of conditions with less risk, less pain and as little stress as possible? Do you have a passion for the highest quality and patient happiness? Then please respond to this dynamic opportunity available with one of the best places to work in Southern California! Cedars-Sinai has been recognized ten years in a row on the "Best Hospitals" Honor Roll by U.S. News & World Report!

Each year, almost 500,000 inpatient and outpatient exams and procedures are performed and interpreted at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Our radiologists & imaging specialists are board certified by the American Board of Radiology in their respective subspecialties. Our subspecialized imaging physicians, American College of Radiology certified technologists and customer-service oriented staff provide our patients with brand new imaging technologies and innovative treatment options in a compassionate environment.

Summary of Essential Duties:

As a Mammography Technologist II, you will perform a broad range of scans/procedures from basic to somewhat complex relative to a specific patient population and may assist physicians in performing procedures as well as transport medications from the delivery area to an authorized imaging area. This includes needle and radar localizations, as well as stereotactic breast biopsies. You will exercise your cultural competency in providing patient education and maintain a safe environment by identifying and reporting any safety concerns.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine to moderately complex screening and diagnostic mammography exams utilizing approved procedures and protocols per standards of practice for speed, organization, precision and accuracy based upon the departmental and federal MQSA's guidelines. Adheres to department productivity standards.
• Per scope of practice and in accordance with institutional and departmental policy and procedure, receives and transcribes verbal orders from licensed independent practitioners. Accurate and timely documentation in all applicable electronic medical records system, workbooks and or logs. Responsible for weekend and begin and/or end of shift duties as applicable to shift assignment.
• Previews all mammography images and monitors for accuracy prior to pushing to Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) and breast imaging viewing system(s). Performs section specific imaging quality control (QC) procedures using established technical factors and image identification.
• May assist physicians performing procedures and ensures all supplies and/or devices are prepared and available in accordance with infection control policies and practices.
• Adheres to the medication management/disposal guidelines, to include receiving, stocking, and holding the medication container provided by the Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP) to enable the LIP to withdraw medication and discard the container once it is empty.
• Operates, calibrates and maintains imaging equipment and accessory instruments used in imaging procedures. Recognizes and reports defective equipment immediately and marks equipment as "out of service". Takes an active role in obtaining service for down equipment. Participates in the evaluation of new imaging equipment.
• Participates in performance improvement activities and other department/organizational committees, such as Shared Accountability Team, Joint Commission, and safety audits.
• Maintains the section workflow without jeopardizing patient care.

Qualifications

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited Mammography program required

License/Certifications:

• ARRT(R) certification required
• ARRT(M) preferred
• State of California Radiology and Mammography certifications required
• BLS from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required

Experience:

• A minimum of 1 year of Mammography experience required
• Applicants with less than 1 year of experience may be considered as a Mammography Tech I

About Us

Cedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars-Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.

About the Team

Cedars-Sinai is one of the largest nonprofit academic medical centers in the U.S., with 915 licensed beds, 2,993 physicians, 4,700+ nurses and thousands of other healthcare professionals and staff. Choose this if you want to work in a fast-paced environment that offers the highest level of care to people in the Los Angeles that need our care the most.