Physician / Radiology / California / Locum or Permanent / Mammography Radiology Lead Job

Radiology Technician

Join North American Medical Management, California, Inc. (NAMM California) partnered with OptumHealth in a mission to increase the quality, efficiency, and affordability of care. NAMM California develops and manages provider networks, offering a full range of services to assist physicians and other providers in supporting patient care coordination and their managed care business operations. For over 18 years, NAMM California has been an innovator in health care with a track record for quality, financial stability, extraordinary services, and integrated medical management programs.

Job Description

• Perform radiology tests under the guidelines written in the radiology policy and procedure manual.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines such as wearing a personal monitoring device during all working hours and standing behind protective barriers during the production of x-rays.
• Follow standing orders and repeat film exposure policies.
• This is a patient-facing position, primarily supporting walk-ins and scheduled mammograms. The position is Monday - Friday (no nights, weekends, or holidays!).

Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for knowing the exam ordered and SBMG protocol for that exam, proper positioning, proper shielding of the patient, and technique needed to ensure diagnostic quality images while minimizing patient exposure.
• Greet patients by name and give clear verbal instructions to the patient regarding exam preparation, positioning, and follow-up.
• Handle all radiology equipment carefully to maintain performance and longevity. Perform daily calibration and Q.C. tests as required by the manufacturer.
• Route images performed to the radiologist for interpretation.
• Communicate service needs to the supervisor and facilitate communication with service providers.
• Adhere to the mammography procedure manual and perform all mammograms under written guidelines.
• Review all procedure manuals and other required reference materials.
• Assist in front and back office as needed.
• Clean x-ray exam rooms and equipment.
• Forward preliminary reports to referring physicians.
• Maintain all licenses and CME requirements.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.