Mammography Technologist (2D/3D & Stereotactic Biopsies)
Los Angeles, California
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Mammography Technologist (Travel/Contract)

Location: West Hollywood, California
Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work schedule: Monday – Friday with Saturday rotation
• Shift hours: Between 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM (hours may vary depending on department needs)
• Float to different departments within the main campus as needed
• Perform screening and diagnostic mammography (2D and 3D), wire localizations, radar localizations, stereotactic biopsies
• On-call: Not required
• Float: Required
• Approximate daily caseload: 150 patients

Required Qualifications

• Mammography Technologist California license (CA license)
• CRT (M) certification (Required)
• ARRT certification (Highly preferred)
• BLS certification (Required)
• Minimum 2 years of experience
• First-time travelers accepted

Certifications & Licenses

• Mammography Technologist CA license
• CRT (M)
• ARRT (preferred)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ACLS, PALS, NRP, CHEMO, TNCC, EFM, CPI certifications may be relevant depending on assignment
• State License verification required
• Fire Card (required if worked at facility for 6+ months)

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• I9 verification
• Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License or State ID)
• Background check within 1 year including:

  • 7-year criminal background check
  • SSN trace
  • Nationwide and international criminal searches (if applicable)
  • Education verification and transcript/diploma submission
• Education accreditation confirmation (DAPIP accreditation for relevant tech roles)
• Photo for facility badge (specific photo requirements apply)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year of start
• Annual TB questionnaire if history of positive TB
• Immunizations or proof of immunity for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B
  • Varicella
• Drug screening panel within 1 year of start (excluding Marijuana/THC)
• Seasonal flu vaccination documentation required during flu season (Nov-April) with strict exemption policies
• Two professional references required (one supervisory)
• Attestation of prior radiation exposure required for Mammography Tech and other listed units

Additional Notes

• Candidates must complete competency exams and medication tests as required
• Facility-specific documents and policies must be reviewed and signed, including code of conduct, attendance policy, job hazard analysis, and safe work practices
• Scheduling guidelines apply for various units including ICU, PCU, Med Surg, Tele units, and others
• Hybrid or remote work candidates have additional telecommuting agreements and confidentiality policies to review

This position offers an opportunity to work in a high-volume mammography department within a major medical center, with a supportive environment for first-time travelers and a variety of diagnostic and interventional mammography procedures.