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Torrance Memorial · 2 days ago

Mammography Tech - Full Time Days

Torrance, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$43.30/hr - $65.98/hr

2+ years exp

Torrance Memorial is a healthcare provider seeking a Mammography Tech to perform a variety of radiographic procedures at a skilled technical level. The role involves instructing patients, selecting appropriate equipment, and ensuring quality imaging while adhering to safety protocols.

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Responsibilities

Instructs and prepares patients for radiographic mammogram examinations

Selects the appropriate equipment, voltage, current and exposure time for the prescribed exam

Determines the most suitable anatomic position for obtaining an undistorted radiograph which can most clearly demonstrate the area of interest

Uses Ecklund Technique when imaging breast implants

Practices proper hand washing techniques and aseptic technique when indicated

Protects patient and self from undue radiation exposure

Assists radiologists during procedures as required

Ensures universal protocol is followed

Alerts supervisor if any test is out of limits

Performs quality control tests and records and monitors same

Understands his/her role in maintaining medication security to authorized personnel only

Supports departmental need for orientation and training of new employees

Ensures, quality digital images are acquired with appropriate labeling information

Participates in hospital performance improvement activities (BPI projects, task forces, etc) when requested

Demonstrates knowledge of clinical norms for all age groups as applicable to job functions

Follows MQSA, FDA, and TJC regulations in the performance of duties

Assists the Radiologist with the consenting of patient

Completes all assigned procedures in a timely manner and uses time between procedures to department advantage assisting others, clerical duties, stocking, transporting, etc

Demonstrates Radiation safety for patients, self and other employees in accordance with federal, state and hospital safety standards by using the following: collimation, shielding, proper technical factors, distance as well as asking female patients of child bearing age if they are pregnant

Demonstrates competency and proficiency in proper sequencing and positioning of all exams and procedures

Demonstrates competence in interpersonal relationships to all age groups

Selects proper field, technical factors, and protocol so as to obtain the best quality image

Assists outpatients from reception area to the department. Ascertains needs and the appropriate gowns to change into for exam. Ensures patient comfort and confidentiality at all times

Assists in the preparation of the patient, the procedure room, trays and paperwork needed for exams

Qualification

Mammography certificationARRT LicenseCertified Radiologic TechnologistBCLSACLS CertificationRadiation safetyQuality controlPatient preparationInterpersonal skills

Required

High School Diploma/GED or Higher Education in General Studies

2 years of experience in Mammography

Mammography certification

ARRT License for Radiologic Technologist

Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT)

BCLS or ACLS Certification

Company

Torrance Memorial

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Founded in 1925 by Jared Sidney and Helena Childs Torrance, Torrance Memorial Medical Center is a 443-bed, nonprofit medical center established to provide quality healthcare services predominantly to the residents of the South Bay, Peninsula and Harbor communities.

Founded in 1925

Torrance, California, USA

5001-10000 employees