Mammography Technologist
Clearlake, CA
The Judge Group
4x10 hrs, Days

Day Shift; M - TH 0700 to 1730 

Volpara MRS system, Hologic Mammo machine, GE Dexa Machine 

no call, holidays, or weekends, must have State of CA and/or ARRT mammo license

Job Summary:
Performs specialized examinations of the breast to help in the diagnosis and treatment of breast disease. Performs all required procedures in the department while operating specialized equipment. Acts as a competent clinician who provides clinical care in a skilled and effective manner utilizing appropriate technical and decision-making skills.
 

Job Requirements:
 

Education and Work Experience: Associate?s degree in Radiologic Technology: Required Experience as a Mammography Technologist: Preferred
 

Licenses/Certifications: Radiologic Tech RT and Mammography Technologist: 

Required in CA American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ? Radiography ARRT-R: Required American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ? Mammography ARRT-M: Required in OR Preferred in CA and HI Basic Life Support BLS OR HS-BLS OR 

RQIBLS certification: Required Fluoroscopy license: Preferred in CA Venipuncture certification: Preferred in CA
 

Facility Specific License/Certifications: Mammographic Radiologic Technology MRT: Required
 

Essential Functions: Completes patient education regarding the exam while promoting privacy and comfort for the patient. Follows infection control and safety guidelines. Performs diagnostic or screening mammogram as ordered. Prepares for and assists the Radiologist in the completion of intricate mammography examinations including breast biopsies. Produces high quality films for the radiologist to evaluate and completes appropriate documentation. Obtains pertinent patient information and disseminates subsequent patient preparation instructions to patient care areas. Elevates questions problems and significant challenges to more senior staff for direction or subject matter expertise. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.