Mammography Technologist
Palo Alto, California
Sutter Health Palo Alto Medical Foundation

Job Opportunity: Mammography Tech

Location: Palo Alto, California
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Must be willing to work weekends, weekdays, and some evening shifts.
• Possible shift times include 7 AM - 3 PM on weekends and variable 7 AM - 5 PM on weekdays.
• Overtime may be available.

Required Qualifications

• Current CRT (Certified Radiologic Technologist) certification.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required (AHA or ARC only).
• ARRT certification in mammography is preferred but not mandatory.

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 7-year background check required within 6 months of start, including SSN trace with all aliases, county searches, nationwide sex offender search, 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.
• Education verification required (not if highest education is high school).
• Sex offender search must be run within 90 days of start.
• Various state and federal compliance screenings as applicable.

Certifications and Competencies

• ACLS, PALS, NRP, CCRN, TNCC, EFM, CPI, NIH Stroke Certification, and other certifications may be required depending on position specifics (verify with recruiter).
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam and other competency exams required as applicable.

Health and Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start (must indicate cleared for work).
• Fit mask test within 1 year, renewed annually (exceptions apply).
• Adult Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccination within 10 years.
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 90 days of start, renewed annually.
• Immunity or vaccination proof for Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, and Varicella required.
• Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids due to CA law).
• Seasonal flu vaccination required during flu season (Nov 1 - Apr 30) or signed declination.
• Color blind exam required if applicable (in-person only).
• Respiratory safety clearance required and renewed annually (exceptions apply).

Employment History and References

• Full 7 years of work history required on application with no gaps.
• 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 for per diem non-acute care.

Additional Notes

• Candidate must review and sign various facility-specific documents prior to start, including standards of business conduct, abuse policy, HIPAA acknowledgment, confidentiality agreements, and vendor training.
• Background check attestation may be required if background check is delayed.
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.
• Specialty years of experience requirement is not specified; verify with recruiter if needed.

This position is ideal for a Mammography Tech with CRT and BLS certifications, willing to work flexible shifts including weekends and evenings, and able to meet comprehensive background, health, and compliance requirements.