Mammography Technologist
Company: Kaiser Permanente
Location: Lakewood
Posted on: January 9, 2026
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Job Description:
$10K Sign-on Bonus for FT and PT positions! “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
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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. Float
mammographer position requested by Peter Chiappa. Floats Mon-Friday
with a mixture of 8hour and 10hour shifts - 32hours per week
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