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Mammography Tech - Full Time Days

Torrance Memorial
Torrance, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/18/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/5/2025
Description

Under general supervision this position performs a variety of radiographic procedures at a skilled technical level.

Core Competencies

  • Instructs and prepares patients for radiographic mammogram examinations.
  • Selects the appropriate equipment, voltage, current and exposure time for the prescribed exam.
  • Determines the most suitable anatomic position for obtaining an undistorted radiograph which can most clearly demonstrate the area of interest.
  • Uses Ecklund Technique when imaging breast implants.
  • Practices proper hand washing techniques and aseptic technique when indicated.
  • Protects patient and self from undue radiation exposure.
  • Assists radiologists during procedures as required.
  • Ensures universal protocol is followed.
  • Alerts supervisor if any test is out of limits.
  • Performs quality control tests and records and monitors same.
  • Understands his/her role in maintaining medication security to authorized personnel only.
  • Supports departmental need for orientation and training of new employees.
  • Ensures, quality digital images are acquired with appropriate labeling information.
  • Participates in hospital performance improvement activities (BPI projects, task forces, etc) when requested.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of clinical norms for all age groups as applicable to job functions.
  • Follows MQSA, FDA, and TJC regulations in the performance of duties.
  • Assists the Radiologist with the consenting of patient.
  • Completes all assigned procedures in a timely manner and uses time between procedures to department advantage assisting others, clerical duties, stocking, transporting, etc
  • Demonstrates Radiation safety for patients, self and other employees in accordance with federal, state and hospital safety standards by using the following: collimation, shielding, proper technical factors, distance as well as asking female patients of child bearing age if they are pregnant.
  • Demonstrates competency and proficiency in proper sequencing and positioning of all exams and procedures.
  • Demonstrates competence in interpersonal relationships to all age groups.
  • Selects proper field, technical factors, and protocol so as to obtain the best quality image.
  • Assists outpatients from reception area to the department. Ascertains needs and the appropriate gowns to change into for exam. Ensures patient comfort and confidentiality at all times.
  • Assists in the preparation of the patient, the procedure room, trays and paperwork needed for exams.


Department Specific Competencies

Education

DegreeProgramHigh School Diploma/GED or Higher EducationGeneral Studies

Experience

Additional Information

Number of Years ExperienceType of Experience2Mammography

Additional InformationN/A

License / Certification Requirements

Mammography certificationARRT License for Radiologic TechnologistCertified Radiologic Technologist (CRT)BCLS or ACLS Certification

Compensation:

$43.30 -65.98

Salary : $43 - $66

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