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Posted: 15-Jul-24
Location: Santa Monica, California
Salary: Open
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Internal Number: 140055070
Play a key role in the delivery of world class patient care. Continuously elevate the quality of care within an award winning health system. Leverage your expertise to make a life changing difference. At UCLA Health, you can do this and more.
Under direct supervision of the Breast Imaging Manager, and Medical Director, Breast Imaging technologist will produce diagnostic images of the breast utilizing a variety of mammography and DEXA equipment. Breast Imaging technologist are expected to possess the skills to perform digital mammography, have the knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of duties assigned to the position; Graduate of a Radiologic Technology Training Program approved by the American Medical Association; Mammography license is required.
Duties include patient education prior to the examination; preparation of needed supplies and equipment set up; assist in performing sterile technique procedures as required; follow established quality assurance procedures; maintain patient dignity and confidentiality; assist Radiologist as needed; perform related duties as requested.
Position will float between UCLA Heath Breast Imaging Centers and participate in rotating shifts as needed.
Salary range: $46.87-$61.80 Hourly
· Ability to identify and recognize contraindications for exams. (Radiology Only)
· Ability to prioritize work, handling multiple tasks to completion, within the time allotted.
· Ability to respond efficiently to expressed needs of referring services, physicians and patients.
· Ability to show attention to detail, accuracy and thoroughness.
· Excellent interpersonal skills effectively and diplomatically with patients, visitors, hospital staff, physicians, and other
· Excellent skill in performing under the stress of frequent interruptions and/or distractions.
· Knowledge of medical terminology, with ability to distinguish between- types of procedures within the assigned department(s) and medical diagnoses.
· Skill in employing independent decision making while performing various job functions.
· Telephone manners and skills to handle heavy telephone lines with courtesy and tact.
· Understand the requirements of the EMTALA (Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act).
(At least 1 year of Breast Imaging experience preferred)
