Mammography Technologist I: Irvine Breast Care & Imaging

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

The Mammography Technologist performs routine screening mammography examinations to obtain high quality radiographs. Obtains images of excellent diagnostic quality to optimally demonstrate anatomy and/or pathology while providing maximum comfort and safety to patients. The technologist educates the patient about the exam and takes measures to provide and care for the patient’s safety and properly utilizes procedure related patient care/support devices appropriate for the age of the patient.

Alerts Supervisor and/or appropriate staff of potential problems or equipment malfunctions. Maintains a relaxed environment to calm anxious patients. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience
• Associates Degree or higher
• Graduate of an ARRT approved Radiologic Technology program is required
• Minimum of 6 months – 1 year preferred, but will also consider new graduates that possess State of California Mammography License (CRT M)
• Knowledge of EMR Systems and EPIC is preferred
• License Required
• California Radiologic Technologist Diagnostic Radiologic Technology - CRTXR
• California Radiologic Technologist Mammographic Radiologic Technology -CRTMA (must have by date of hire)
• License Preferred
• N/A Certifications Required
• ARRT Radiography - RTR
• AHA BLS certification
• ARRT Mammography - RTM (If no ARRT in mammography, it must be obtained within 6 months of hire)
• Certifications Preferred
• N/A