Purpose of Job: To operate mammographic equipment to take x-ray exposures of patients as requested by referring physicians. This position consistently supports compliance and Kaiser Permanente’s Code of Conduct by adhering to federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licenser requirements and Kaiser Permanente’s policies and procedures. In addition to defined technical requirements, accountable for consistently demonstrating service behaviors and principles defined by the Kaiser Permanente Service Quality Credo, the KP Mission as well as specific departmental/organizational initiatives. Also accountable for consistently demonstrating the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive service to each other, to our members, and to purchasers, contracted providers and vendors.Duties and Responsibilities1. Greets patient and explains mammographic procedure to patient.2. Reviews patient’s medical history prior to performing mammographic procedure and confirms that patient has signed a contrast media consent form if needed.3. Takes x-ray exposures of patient following protocol for intensity of radiation and time of exposure.4. Processes film and inspects images to confirm that images meet requirements of radiologist.5. Maintains equipment and examination room, stores film, and keeps inventory of related supplies.6. Prepares patient files showing such information as patient’s name, date of x-ray, referring physician, and number of exposures.7. Prepares and submits reports as by state and federal regulations.8. Performs other related duties as directed.Minimum QualificationsExperience- One year of experience as a Mammography Technologist or registry eligible ARRT advanced certification in Mammography (must be obtained within 6 months of hire) with two years recent experience as a Radiological technologist with ARRT required.Education and Training- High school diploma or GED education required.- Specialized training in mammographic technology required.License, Certifications, Other Credentials- Certification by American Registry of Radiologic Technology required.- Certification as a mammographic technologist with the ARRT preferred.- Licensed in appropriate jurisdiction required.- CPR certification required.Other Qualifications- In order to work effectively with patients, must have effective interpersonal and communication skills and be able to stand, walk, bend, hear, speak, and see.- Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.