Mammography Technologist
Los Gatos, CA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Mammography Tech

Location: Los Gatos, California
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Perform routine and specialized breast imaging procedures, including biopsies and needle localization, to produce quality diagnostic images.
• Work independently using sound judgment and clinical skills to ensure safe, precise, and timely procedures.
• Provide competent patient assessment, monitoring, and effective communication to gain patient and healthcare team cooperation.
• Adhere to all local, state, and federal regulations, policies, and procedures to ensure patient privacy and safety.
• Primarily Monday through Friday with occasional Saturdays (1-2 per month).
• Expected to perform 16-18 exams per shift.
• May orient other staff and perform specific departmental procedures.

Shift Details

• Day shift, 5 days a week, 8 hours per day.
• Shift options: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM or 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM.
• Total hours per week: 40.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Mammography Technologist license in California.
• Minimum of 1 year of Mammography Technologist experience, including experience within the last year.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Experience

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology (Mammography).
• Minimum years of experience: Not explicitly stated; assume standard competency for Mammography Tech.
• No prior travel experience explicitly required.

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 7-year background check covering all aliases, counties of residence/work/school, sex offender registry, education verification, and motor vehicle report if applicable.
• FACIS Level 3 screening required within 2 weeks of start and monthly thereafter.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required and updated annually.
• Sex Offender Search within 90 days of start.
• Education verification of highest level achieved (not required if highest education is high school).
• Official transcripts/diplomas may be required if verification attempts fail.

Certifications and Competencies

• Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA or ARC.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required depending on position.
• Other certifications (PALS, NRP, CCRN, TNCC, EFM, IV Certification, MAB, NIH Stroke Certification, CPI) to be verified by position if applicable.
• National Tech Certification verification required within 30 days of start.
• Competency exams as applicable to profession, including medication/pharmacology and dysrhythmia/EKG if relevant.

Health and Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, cleared for work.
• Fit mask test within 1 year, renewed annually (specific mask types required).
• Adult Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccination within 10 years or lifetime TDAP with booster.
• Negative TB test (QGold, TSPOT, or PPD) within 90 days of start, renewed annually.
• Immunity or vaccination proof for Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, and Varicella.
• Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids due to CA law).
• Seasonal flu vaccination or signed declination during flu season (Nov 1 – Apr 30).
• Respiratory safety clearance prior to start, renewed annually.
• Color vision exam if applicable (in-person exam required).

Documentation and Orientation

• Must review and sign facility-specific documents including job description, standards of business conduct, abuse policy, HIPAA acknowledgment, confidentiality agreements, dress code, emergency contact form, and other regulatory and safety checklists prior to start.
• TB screening questionnaire signed by candidate and healthcare provider within 90 days of start.
• Vendor training and code of conduct documents required for contracts signed on or after 5/31/2024 and 7/7/2025.
• Conditional offer of employment attestation must be completed prior to start.
• Religious exemption forms required only if applicable and approved.

Employment History and References

• Full 7 years of work history required on application with no gaps; must include city and state of employment.
• Employment verification for up to 7 years required; gaps over 30 days must be explained.
• Two professional references required for clinical/allied/per diem acute care candidates; one reference for per diem non-acute care.
• References are an Aya Healthcare requirement and do not hold up client clearance.

This position offers a structured day shift schedule with a focus on breast imaging procedures in a clinical setting, requiring specific California licensure and certifications. Compliance with extensive background checks, health screenings, and documentation is mandatory.