San Antonio, Texas
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Posted: 21-Oct-25
Location: Los Angeles, California
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Internal Number: 149505247
Under the supervision of the Breast Imaging Manager and Medical Director, the Mammography Technologist Trainee will observe and learn how to perform diagnostic mammographic imaging, assist with quality control, and support procedures like stereotactic biopsies. They will gain hands-on experience with digital and DBT imaging while ensuring patient education, preparation and confidentiality. The trainee will also learn proper sterile techniques, assist radiologists as needed and rotate across UCLA Health radiology locations. Candidates must be current or recent graduates of a Radiologic Technology Training program and demonstrate a willingness to develop essential technical and patient care skills.
Salary Range: $39.95 Hourly
- BCLS certificate from American Heart Association or American Red Cross- required
- Current or Recent graduate from a Radiologic Technology program - required
- Mammography focus - highly desired
- Ability to accept and carry out oral and written instructions accurately
- Excellent interpersonal skills effectively and diplomatically with patients, visitors, hospital staff, physicians, and other outside offices both in person and over the phone
- Knowledge of medical terminology, with ability to distinguish between- types of procedures within the assigned department(s) and medical diagnoses
- Ability to adapt to advancement and changing technology
- Ability to respond efficiently to expressed needs of referring services, physicians and patients
- 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)
