About The Role:- Clinical Excellence: Perform high-quality Screening/Diagnostic Mammography and DEXA (Bone Densitometry) scans in strict accordance with Atria safety protocols and California state regulations.
- Patient Safety & Comfort: Assume full responsibility for patient safety during imaging. Utilize proper positioning tools, equipment adjustments, and ergonomically correct techniques to ensure both diagnostic accuracy and patient comfort.
- Empathetic Communication: Communicate procedures clearly and compassionately, adapting your style to the patient's level of understanding. Maintain professional boundaries by referring specific diagnostic or prognosis questions to the appropriate physician.
- Quality Control: Perform daily/weekly Quality Control (QC) tests on Mammography and DEXA equipment to ensure compliance with MQSA (Mammography Quality Standards Act) and California RHB requirements.
- Cross-Modality Support: As authorized, assist the clinical team by supporting other imaging modalities (e.g., MRI Focus or CT) to maintain seamless departmental workflow.
- Administrative Integrity: Ensure all images are accurately documented, labeled, and archived within the PACS/RIS (Athena/Ambra) for radiologist review.
California Regulatory & Certification RequirementsTo practice in California, candidates must meet specific California Department of Public Health (CDPH) - Radiologic Health Branch (RHB) requirements:
- California CRT: Current California Radiologic Technologist (CRT) certificate in Diagnostic Radiologic Technology.
- California Mammography Certification: Valid California Mammography Technologist Certificate.
- Continuing Education: Must maintain 24 Category A CE credits every two years, including at least 15 credits specifically in Mammography (as required by MQSA/RHB).
- Precision: An obsession with detail and image quality.
- Excellence: A drive to meet the highest clinical standards in a boutique, "member-first" setting.
Adaptability: Readiness to tackle the challenges of a fast-paced, evolving clinical environment.
Compensation: $65-70hr
Requirements- Education: Graduate of an ARRT-approved radiologic technology program; Vocational or Technical School Diploma preferred.
- Certification: Current ARRT (R) and ARRT (M) registration in good standing.Preferred ARRT certification in Bone Densitometry (BD)
- Current BLS/CPR certification (American Heart Association).
- Experience: 2+ years of dedicated experience as a Technologist in Mammography and DEXA.
- Soft Skills: Must be a compassionate and effective communicator with strong tact, diplomacy, and a commitment to a collegial work environment.
Schedule- Must be okay with working 5x8s, paid in accordance to CA law
- Potential for weekend availability as we scale west coast region
BenefitsAt Atria, we are proud to offer every member of the Atria team:
- Excellent health and wellness benefits, fully covered by Atria, effective date of hire
- OneMedical membership for employees & dependents, giving access to 24/7 virtual care
- Fertility & family planning
- Company-covered preventive health screenings through partner hospitals (calcium score)
- Fitness Perks, including Wellhub +
- 401k contributions and 4% match starting after 6 months
- Flexible Time Off
- Continuing medical education (CME) and CEU support for professional licensure
