Mammography Van Technologist (Per Diem, Day)

At Northbay Health, the Mammography Van Technologist, performs all mammographic studies and special breast procedures. Produces mammographic images and organizes, completes the required paperwork and charges. Responsible for patient safety and wellbeing during examinations. Assists the Lead Technologist in completing weekly QC. Assists and instructs patients during examinations. Assists with clerical duties and mammography regulatory tasks. Reports on all equipment malfunctions. Cleans and inspects equipment prior to use. Works on mobile mammography van in collaboration with the Imaging Support Specialist to provide mammography services at various community and outreach locations. Responsible for ensuring all mobile mammography quality control and quality assurance activities are completed and documented in accordance with MQSA requirements, ACR accreditation standards, organizational policies, and manufacturer guidelines. Ensure the mobile mammography unit is maintained in a state of regulatory readiness and assists with inspections, audits, and compliance activities related to mobile mammography operations.

Primary Job Duties

• Performs mammography examinations in accordance with established protocols.
• Inspects and cleans equipment prior to use.
• Maintains exam rooms in a neat and orderly condition.
• Reports equipment failures and malfunctions to the Lead Technologist, Supervisor, or Director.
• Reports all patient complaints and discrepancies to the Supervisor.
• Processes images and completes and organizes required documentation.
• Performs required quality control procedures as appropriate.
• Adjusts mammography equipment controls as needed prior to the start of scheduled examinations.
• Produces high-quality mammographic images for all patients, including wheelchair users and patients with breast implants.
• Confers with the radiologist throughout the shift regarding image review, positioning, and techniques to optimize patient examinations.
• Identifies abnormal breast tissue and obtains repeat exposures or additional views as needed to ensure diagnostic quality and reduce patient anxiety.
• Verifies the location of prior examinations and contacts previous facilities to obtain mammograms for comparison.
• Performs other duties as assigned.​‌

Interpersonal Skills and Values

Demonstrates NorthBay Health’s True North Values: Nurture Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust, and Hardwire Excellence. These values guide behavior, accountability, teamwork, and commitment to high-quality patient care.

Why NorthBay Health

NorthBay Health is an independent, nonprofit health system serving the Napa, Solano, and Yolo County regions. We are expanding access to care across our communities through two acute-care hospitals, including a Level II Trauma Center and a Level III NICU maternity unit, along with a cancer center, urgent care locations, and a growing network of primary and specialty care clinics.

We provide advanced services in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, orthopedics, surgery, and outpatient specialties. NorthBay Health is nationally recognized for quality care, including Magnet with Distinction designation for nursing and multiple U.S. News and World Report high performing recognitions.

We are committed to being the trusted healthcare partner of choice and offer an environment where employees can grow, contribute meaningfully, and support the health of our communities.

NorthBay Health Benefits Options

NorthBay Health offers a comprehensive benefits package based on established eligibility requirements. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life, disability, and long-term care coverage, paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and bereavement, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, education reimbursement for eligible roles, professional development and training programs, Employee Assistance Program, wellness programs, recognition programs, shift differentials, and market-based compensation review and increases subject to approval and organizational performance.

Compensation Structure

NorthBay Health uses a structured compensation framework. Staff-level positions use a step-based system (Steps 1–5) based on years of directly related experience, with Step 5 representing 20 or more years of experience in the role. Manager level and above positions are paid a fixed annual base salary and are eligible for a variable incentive compensation plan. Physician compensation is structured based on specialty and role requirements.

Remote Work Disclosure

NorthBay Health is primarily an onsite organization due to the nature of healthcare. Some roles may allow hybrid or remote work based on business needs.

Remote work is not supported in Washington, Ohio, Wyoming, North Dakota, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, or outside of the United States.

Notice to Recruitment Agencies

NorthBay Health utilizes a managed service provider (MSP) for agency partnerships and is not currently engaging external recruiting firms outside of established agreements. We do not accept unsolicited resumes or third-party candidate submissions. Please do not contact NorthBay Health employees, leaders, physicians, or hiring managers regarding recruitment or job postings.

More Information

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Qualifications

• Education : Graduate of an AMA approved mammography course.
• Licensure : Current California Radiographic and Mammographic Technologist licensure.
• Experience : One year of experience in mammography.
• Skills : Basic clerical and computer experience required.
• Standards of Performance : Demonstrate performance by adhering to established policies and procedures and exhibiting the defined characteristics associated with attendance and punctuality.
• Physical Effort : Attendance is an essential function of the job. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to assist moving patients. Capable of carrying a weight of thirty pounds a distance of fifty feet.
• Hours of Work : Mostly days, but based on business need.

Work for Warriors is a no-cost employment program of the California Military Department for Service Members, Veterans, and military family members. The Veteran Staffing Consultant for NorthBay Health is Philip Downs.