Mammography Technologist - Westlake Village

Work Location Westlake Village, CA, USA (Fully On-Site) Salary Range $52.22 - $68.84 per hour Primary Duties and Responsibilities Under direct supervision of the Breast Imaging Manager, and Medical Director, the Breast Imaging technologist will produce diagnostic images of the breast utilizing a variety of mammography equipment. Patient education prior to the examination Preparation of needed supplies and equipment set up Assisting in performing sterile technique procedures Following established quality assurance procedures Maintaining patient dignity and confidentiality Assisting the Radiologist as needed Performing related duties as requested Maintaining departmental standards related to MQSA data tracking and Quality Control requirements The Mammography Technologist must demonstrate a professional attitude by being courteous towards patients, co-workers, and physicians. Expected to possess the skills needed to perform digital mammography, and maintain knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of duties assigned to the position. The ideal candidate must be a graduate of a Radiologic Technology Training Program approved by the American Medical Association. A mammography license is required plus an ARRT (M). 1–2 years of experience in Breast Imaging is preferred. Float between UCLA Health Breast Imaging Centers and participate in rotating shifts as needed. Primary rotation sites are Westlake Village and West Valley campuses. Job Qualifications CRT (R) (M) Mammography license – required BLS/CPR certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross – required At least 1 year of experience in Breast Imaging – required At least 1 year of DEXA experience – preferred Breast Ultrasound experience – preferred Associate’s Degree or Higher – preferred Ability to identify and recognize contraindications for exams (Radiology Only) Ability to prioritize work, handling multiple tasks to completion within the time allotted Ability to respond efficiently to expressed needs of referring services, physicians and patients Excellent interpersonal skills effectively and diplomatically with patients, visitors, hospital staff, physicians, and others Knowledge of medical terminology, with ability to distinguish between types of procedures within the assigned department(s) and medical diagnoses Condition of Employment As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer. Current/former UC employees are subject to a personnel file review. #J-18808-Ljbffr UCLA Health