Mammographer Technologist
Company: Kaiser Permanente
Location: Lakewood
Posted on: January 7, 2026
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Job Description:
$10K Sign-on Bonus for Full-Time and Part-Time Positions! SEIU
Local 105 - $43.91 - $57.42 “May be entitled to
translation/bilingual, shift or other wage premiums as governed by
the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Please refer to the
respective collective bargaining agreement for additional
information on such wage premiums: Job Summary: Operates radiology
equipment to produce radiographic images of specified areas of the
body and performs related technical x-ray procedures, in accordance
with physicians orders and standard techniques, procedures or
specific instructions. Makes members/patients and their needs a
primary focus of ones actions; develops and sustains productive
member/patient relationships. Actively seeks information to
understand member/patient circumstances, problems, expectations,
and needs. Builds rapport and cooperative relationship with
members/patients. Considers how actions or plans will affect
members; responds quickly to meet member/patient needs and resolves
problems. Essential Responsibilities: This position, knows and
complies with all Kaiser Permanente quality, safety, and emergency
policies and procedures. Demonstrates quality and effectiveness in
work habits and clinical practice in every interaction with
patients, colleagues, providers, and leadership. Ensures patient
safety in the preparation and provisioning of care related to but
not limited to medications, procedures, infection prevention, fall
prevention, including consistent use of two patient identifiers and
procedural time outs. Reports safety hazards, accidents and
incidents, and unsafe working conditions promptly. Instructs
patient in a courteous manner regarding imaging procedures.
Positions patients and operates mammographic and or radiographic
equipment. Performs radiographic procedures, both fixed and
portable. Reviews images for accuracy and technical quality
according to established standards. Repeats images as needed;
submits images for interpretation by radiologist or designee.
Practices ALARA principles and ensures proper radiation safety
practices. Assists with procedures (example: Biopsy), follows
established guidelines; provides patient education; obtains
informed consent as needed; documents appropriate information as
required; practices sterile techniques and standard precautions.
Documents all quality control as required for MQSA. Utilizes
Radiology Information System (RIS), Electronic Medical Records
(EMR), Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) following
established practice guidelines. Follows established quality
assurance/quality control program. Monitors the operating condition
of the equipment and accessories. Contacts service engineer and
promptly reports equipment malfunctions to supervisor. Maintains
inventory of supplies used, according to established levels.
Communicates clearly, effectively and appropriately both verbally
and with written communication. Demonstrates courteous and
appropriate telephone skills. Considers the cognitive, physical,
emotional and chronological maturation process in delivery of
services to patients in the age group served. Exercises clinical
judgment within scope of practice. May operates radiology equipment
housed in a mobile coach and may be required to drive a mobile
radiology coach. May work with students and may be required to work
at the reception desk or on the phones to schedule appointments.
Performs other duties as required. Basic Qualifications: Experience
N/A Education High School Diploma OR General Education Diploma
(GED). Successful completion of a two (2) year Radiologic
Technology training program approved by the American Medical
Association. License, Certification, Registration American Registry
of Radiologic Technologists Certificate - Mammography Technologist
from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Radiologic
Technologist Certification from American Registry of Radiologic
Technologists Additional Requirements: Ability to operate
radiologic equipment and perform related technical procedures. Must
be able to lift and carry up to 35 pounds. Excellent customer
service skills required, with a focus on patient centered care.
Basic computer skills required. If hired for or assigned to the
mobile mammography coach, must have the ability to provide
radiological services in the coach and perform the associated
ancillary duties. Preferred Qualifications: Prefer six (6) months
of experience as a rad tech/mammographer. Notes: 0.875 FTE Float
mammography position. Week one: Smoky Hill Monday, Float Tuesday,
East Friday, Arapahoe Saturday. Week 2: Float Wed, Thurs, East
Friday. Week 3: Float Tue, Wed, Thu, east Fri. Week 4: Float Wed,
Thu, East Fri
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