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The County of Los Angeles SUPERVISING MAMMOGRAPHY TECHNOLOGIST in Los Angeles, California
SUPERVISING MAMMOGRAPHY TECHNOLOGIST
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SUPERVISING MAMMOGRAPHY TECHNOLOGIST
Salary
$94,008.00 - $126,684.00 Annually
Location
Los Angeles County, CA
Job Type
Full time
Job Number
Y5797A
Department
HEALTH SERVICES
Opening Date
05/28/2024
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TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
Open Competitive Job Opportunity
EXAM NUMBER
Y5797A
APPLICATION FILING DATE
May 29, 2024, at 9:00 a.m., (PT)
Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice.
ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES :
The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics – DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov .
Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings to supportive housing.
MISSION:
To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care.
DEFINITION:
Supervises breast imaging operations at a hospital or a surgical center and staff performing a variety of breast imaging screenings and diagnostic tests and performs diagnostic tests and related duties as required.
Essential Job Functions
Plans and organizes work in an assigned unit to assure that all examinations are expeditiously processed and meet requisite standards of quality and safety.
Schedules and assigns personnel to workstations on the basis of such factors as immediate workload, the number of employees available, and the extent of their training in the procedures involved.
Evaluates the work of assigned personnel and counsels them on their performance; effectively recommends or initiates disciplinary action and the adjustment of employee grievances.
Performs administrative duties such as ensuring certificates and licenses are valid and up to date and preparing for ACR accreditation and MQSA renewals.
Oversees and inspects quality control per MQSA requirements at a hospital or a surgical center on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis and reports any malfunction or variation to the mammography manager, maintenance, or service provider. Oversees and inspects quality control per MQSA requirements of clinical staff, when needed.
Responsible for tracking patients, utilizing the tracking system of the mammography reporting system.
Audits processing sensitometry records and other equipment/accessory quality control data for compliance with policy and trends/problem identification.
Assists physicians (radiologist, surgeons, and other specialists) in performing image guided diagnostic and invasive procedures (e.g. stereotactic biopsy, MRI breast biopsies, needle localization, galactograms).
Performs screening and diagnostic mammography during staff shortage.
Contacts vendors for services when needed.
Conducts clinical training of new mammography technologists and students.
Orients new personnel to the mammography department.
Confirms proper archiving and availability of images in the Picture Archiving and Communication System, and assures studies are properly completed in the electronic health record and the mammography reporting system.
Performs other duties as assigned when needed.
Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE :
Two years of experience at the level of a certified *Mammography Technologist, Special Procedures.
*Experience at the level of a certified Mammography Technologist, Special Procedures, under general direction, performs screening mammograms as well as highly specialized diagnostic mammography tests and assists physicians during specialized breast procedures.
LICENSE:
- Certification as a Radiologic Technologist (CRT) issued by the State of California, Department of Public Health-AND-Mammographic Certificate issued by the State of California Department of Public Health/Radiologic Health Branch.**
-AND-
- A current certification in accordance with the American Heart Associate's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program.**
-AND-
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.**
**Applicants must ensure the License and Certification Section of the application is completed. Provide the title of your required license, the certificate number, date of issue, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency for the required license as specified in the Minimum RequirementsAND/OR applicants must attach a legible photocopy of the license/certificate issuedat the time of filing or s end via email to mtadeo3@dhs.lacounty.gov within 7 calendar days of filing your application online.
The required license and/or certificate MUST be current and unrestricted; a conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted license and/or certificate will NOT be accepted.
PHYSICAL CLASS III - Moderate: This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications:
Post certified Mammography Technologist, Special Procedures experience under general direction, performs digital screenings and diagnostic mammograms on all age groups for patients in a clinical and/or hospital setting and performs other related work as required.
- Venipuncture Certificate
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:
NO OUT OF CLASS EXPERIENCE WILL BE ACCEPTED.
Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT :
This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience and education based upon application information, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%.
Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination to be added to the eligible register.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:
Applications will be processed on an"as-received"basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly.
The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation.
NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS.
SPECIAL INFORMATION :
VACANCY INFORMATION :
The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services (DHS) as they occur.
AVAILABLE SHIFT:
Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
Apply online by clicking on the green"APPLY"button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.
Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 4:59 p.m. (PT) deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.
Applications electronically received after 4:59 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted.
This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice.
For the foreseeable future, all notices including result letters and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add mtadeo3@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered asSPAM/JUNKmail. Please note, if you opt out of receiving emails, you can visit governmentjobs.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent, for your records
IMPORTANT NOTES:
Please access the following link for important Employment Information. http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/247636_EmploymentInformation.pdf (Download PDF reader)
All information and documents provided by applicants is subject to verification.
We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made.
Falsification of any information may result indisqualification orrescission of appointment.
Utilizingverbiagefrom Class Specification and/or Minimum/Selection Requirements serving as your description of dutieswill notbe sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as"See Resumé"orreferencing other unsolicited materials/documentswill not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will berejected.
The acceptance of your application depends on whether you haveclearly shown that you meet the Requirements. Fill out your application completely and correctly to receive full credit for related education, and/or experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the position. Please do not group your experience. For each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected.
NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must email the documents to the exam analyst, Christina Tadeo at mtadeo3@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES
For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD
All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.
FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE :
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction historyunless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s).If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.
ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI):
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111
CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922
DEPARTMENT CONTACT :
Christina Tadeo, Exam Analyst
mtadeo3@dhs.lacounty.gov
(213) 288-7000
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
Employment Information
Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.
This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement:
The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit:https://employee.hr.lacounty.gov/eeo-programs/.
Testing Accommodations for Applicants:
The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations, please visit:https://hr.lacounty.gov/accessibility/.
Fair Chance:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, which may include, but is not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).
Employment Eligibility:
Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.
Career PathFinder:
Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application athttp://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov.
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This Supplemental Questionnaire (SQ) is to be completed by all applicants for this examination. The information you provide on your application and on this Supplemental Questionnaire will be evaluated and used to determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the examination process
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CHECK YOUR ANSWERS CAREFULLY.
Please read each question carefully and be as specific as possible when answering by including all the information requested; please do not COPY AND PASTE all your Duties as stated in the application under the Work Experience section, from your resume, and/or from the Class Specifications. In doing so, your application will be rejected as INCOMPLETE. It is the applicant's sole responsibility to complete this questionnaire completely, correctly, and accurately.
The experience you claim in this Supplemental Questionnaire MUST be consistent with the experience listed in your application. Comments such as "SEE RESUME" or "SEE APPLICATION" will not be considered a valid response, therefore, using such statements will also result in your application being rejected as INCOMPLETE.
You certify that the information provided is accurate, and you are aware that the information on the application, attachments, and Supplemental Questionnaire is subject to verification at any time during the examination and hiring process. You also understand that any false statements may result in disqualification or dismissal.
Yes. I have read and understand the above information and instructions.
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EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Do you have experience at the level of a certified Mammography Technologist, Special Procedures?
A Mammography Technologist, Special Procedures is defined asUnder general direction, performs screening mammograms as well as highly specialized diagnostic mammography tests and assists physicians during specialized breast procedures.
Yes
No
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EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Describe your experience that supports your response to the question above.
Describe your experienceat the level of Mammography Technologist, Special Procedures, Under general direction, performs screening mammograms as well as highly specialized diagnostic mammography tests and assists physicians during specialized breast procedures.
NOTE:Foreach experiencelisted, please provide the following information:
1.Name and Address of Employer
2.Position/Title Held
3.Date From: (MM/DD/YYYY), Date To: (MM/DD/YYYY)
4.Hours worked per week
- Detailed Description of Workrelated to this experience.
If you have no experience, please indicate "No experience" below.
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EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT
Are you in possession of a valid certificate/registration as a Radiologic Technologist (CRT) issued by the State of California Department of Public Health/Radiologic Health Branch -AND- Mammographic Certificate issued by the State of California Department of Health/Radiologic Health Branch?
Please attach a copy of your certificate/registration to your online application, provide the valid certificate/registration number in the "License and Certification" Section of the application or email to the exam analyst within 7 days of filing online.
All required licenses and/or certifications must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted.
Yes, and I have attached proof of my license/certificate to my online application.
Yes, and I will email proof of my license/certificate to mtadeo3@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of application submission.
No, I do not have the required license.
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EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT
Are you in possession of a valid certificate in accordance with the American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program?
Please attach a copy of your certificate to your online application, provide the valid certificate/registration number in the "License and Certification" Section of the application or email to the exam analyst within 7 days of filing online.
All required licenses and/or certifications must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted.
Yes, and I have attached proof of my license/certificate to my online application.
Yes, and I will email proof of my license/certificate to mtadeo3@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of application submission.
No, I do not have the required license.
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DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Describe your post certified Mammography Technologist, Special Procedures experience performing,Under general direction, screening mammograms as well as highly specialized diagnostic mammography tests and assists physicians during specialized breast procedures.
NOTE:Foreach experiencelisted, please provide the following information:
1.Name and Address of Employer
2.Position/Title Held
3.Date From: (MM/DD/YYYY), Date To: (MM/DD/YYYY)
4.Hours worked per week
- Detailed Description of Workrelated to this experience.
If you have no experience, please indicate "No experience" below.
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DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Are you in possession of a valid Venipuncture certificate?
Please attach a copy of your certificate to your online application, provide the valid certificate/registration number in the "License and Certification" Section of the application or email to the exam analyst within 7 days of filing online.
Yes, and I have attached proof of my license/certificate to my online application.
Yes, and I will email proof of my license/certificate to mtadeo3@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of application submission.
No, I do not have the required license.
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