Diagnostic Imaging Technician-Mammography I-Per Diem

Under general supervision, operates dedicated and specialized mammography radiographic equipment; formulates and calculates techniques and positions patients to produce diagnostic images of normal and abnormal human breast and associated tissue for use by physicians in making medical diagnoses.

Responsibilities

• Upholds Kaiser Permanente’s Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities, and applicable state, federal, and local laws.
• Operates dedicated and complex mammography equipment in a patient care setting to obtain definitive diagnoses for positive findings on a mammogram.
• Selects correct technical factors relative to the study requirements, patient’s age, body habitus, and pathology.
• Processes radiographic images properly using automated equipment and critiques images to make necessary adjustments in technical factors or patient positioning.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and consistently uses proper sterile and infection control techniques.
• Conducts patient interviews to attain a full understanding of the procedure and obtain patient consent.
• Assists with orientation and training of students and other Radiologic Technologists in positioning, compression, exposure factors, film processing, and quality assurance/control.
• Positions patients for mammography images, including those with implants, considering body habitus and lesion location.
• Utilizes precise positioning techniques for additional/special views such as magnification and compression relative to the patient’s condition or findings.
• Maintains comprehensive knowledge of mammography Quality Control (Q.C.) per California state requirements and the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA).
• Performs Q.C. functions including phantom testing, daily QC, repeat analysis, compression checks, and screen-film contact.
• Observes Regional and department safety policies.
• Considers cognitive, physical, emotional, and chronological maturation in delivering services to patients of varying age groups.
• Assesses and interprets patient data to identify age-specific needs and provide appropriate care per department policy.
• Adjusts technical factors and modifies patient positioning based on physical and cognitive abilities, ensuring minimal discomfort.
• Exercises clinical judgment within scope of practice, consulting with radiologists or clinicians to clarify orders or questionable images.
• Selects alternate or additional views appropriately based on patient condition or image findings.
• Produces high-quality diagnostic images free from artifacts, demonstrating areas of interest with optimal contrast/exposure to differentiate normal and abnormal tissue.
• Documents clinical activities accurately and timely, maintaining records as required by ACR, MQSA, and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH).
• Completes and signs consultation forms and imaging records immediately following each procedure.
• May perform routine radiographic examinations as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of recent experience (within the last 12 months) as a Radiologic Technologist, including performance of routine mammographic examinations/procedures in an acute care medical center, outpatient breast center, or other FDA-certified facility. May substitute with 1 year of recent mammographic experience and verifiable equivalent training in affiliated approved schools.
• Ability to demonstrate and apply knowledge of radiologic and mammographic techniques, breast structures, anatomy, composition, and pathology.
• Demonstrated ability to perform Quality Control/Assurance functions as specified by California state and MQSA regulations.
• Maintains compliance with organizational, state, and federal regulations regarding mammographic examinations and continuing education (CEs) in Mammography.

Qualifications

• Certified Radiologic Technologist - Mammography Certificate (California).
• Radiologic Technologist Certificate (California).
• Basic Life Support certification.
• Radiologic Technologist Certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Preferred: Evidence of passing the advanced certification examination in Mammography issued by the ARRT (M).

Schedule

• Rotating weekends, with 10 days of availability per month including weekends.
• Variable position; start times may vary within the specified shift.
• Locations: Santa Clarita, North Hollywood, MOB 3, MOB 5.

Pay

$71.75 - $77.6 per hour. Kaiser Permanente strives to offer a market-competitive total rewards package and is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted pay range is based on possible base salaries for the role and does not reflect the full value of the total rewards package. Actual base pay determined at offer will be based on labor market data, internal alignment, and a candidate's years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location.

Travel

Yes, 25% of the time.