University of California San Diego

Mammography Tech - Breast Imaging - 138714

Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Certification training in Radiologic and Mammographic Technology completed.
  • California Radiology Technologist of Mammography (CRT-M) required.
  • BLS or BART certification required at hire; BART within six months.
  • Proficient in PACS and Digital Mammography systems.
  • Demonstrated computer knowledge relevant to Radiology.

Responsibilities

  • Perform screening and diagnostic breast imaging procedures.
  • Assist in interventional breast procedures as needed.
  • Ensure operational effectiveness in the Breast Imaging area.
  • Collaborate with Radiologists and Clinicians on new procedural implementations.
  • Participate in staff training and evaluations as part of work teams.
  • Maintain compliance with radiation safety principles and quality control guidelines.
  • Monitor patient flow and provide exceptional customer service.

Benefits

  • Flexible scheduling opportunities including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  • Participate in continuing education specifically for Breast Imaging.
  • Opportunity to work with advanced imaging technologies.
  • Support for professional development in a self-directed work environment.
Full Job Description
Payroll Title:
MAMMOGRAPHY TCHNO Department:
Breast Imaging Hiring Pay Scale
$54.71 - $61.37 / Hour Worksite:
La Jolla Appointment Type:
Career Appointment Percent:
100% Union:
EX Contract Total Openings:
1 Work Schedule:
Variable, 8 Hour Shifts, Sunday - Saturday

#138714 Mammography Tech - Breast Imaging
Extended Deadline: Wed 7/15/2026
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DESCRIPTION

The Mammography Tech primarily performs screening and Diagnostic Breast Imaging procedures. They may also be required to perform/assist in interventional breast procedures. Responsible for operational effectiveness in Breast Imaging area with attention to patient flow, customer service, equipment oversight, Quality Control guidelines. Collaborates with Radiologists, Clinicians to implement new procedures, processes that insure seamless operations.

Maintains continuing education specific to Breast Imaging. Contributes to and participates in work organization, training and evaluation of staff as a member of self-directed work teams. Demonstrate and apply knowledge of principles of radiation safety. Demonstrates skills and knowledge via competency exams in all Breast Imaging procedures. Must follow Radiology Imaging protocols and policies.

Must be able to work flexible hours, which may include evenings, nights, weekends, holidays and call and some overtime if necessary for unexpected staffing issues. Knowledge of computers and new technology such as Picture Archival Computer System (PACS), Digital Mammography. Working knowledge of Radiology Information system (RIS), and Hospital Information System (HIS).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Complete certification training program for Radiologic and Mammographic Technologist.
  • California Radiology Technologist of Mammography (CRT-M).
  • BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of first hire date.
  • Demonstrated PACS, Digital Mammography, and computer knowledge.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • At least one (1) year of experience as a Mammography Technologist.
  • Registered Technologist for Mammography issued by ARRT (R.T(M)(ARRT)).
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
  • Must be able to work various hours, days, shifts, on-call and locations based on the 24-hour Medical Center's business needs.
  • Must be able to work flexible hours, which may include day, evenings, weekends and some overtime if necessary for unexpected staffing issues.
  • Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $114,234 - $142,047 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $54.71 - $68.03

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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About University of California San Diego

The University of California San Diego (UC San Diego) is a public research university in San Diego, California. Established in 1960 near the pre-existing Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego is the seventh-oldest of the 10 University of California campuses and offers over 200 undergraduate and graduate degree programs, enrolling approximately 38,325 students. UC San Diego is organized into six undergraduate residential colleges (Revelle, John Muir, Thurgood Marshall, Earl Warren, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Sixth College) and five academic divisions (Arts and Humanities, Biological Sciences, Jacobs School of Engineering, Physical Sciences, and Social Sciences). The university operates 19 organized research units (ORUs), including the Center for Energy Research, Qualcomm Institute (a branch of the California Institute for Telecommunications and Information Technology), and the San Diego Supercomputer Center.
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