Mammography Technologist

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (include, but are not limited to, the following)

• Delivers compassionate care, while utilizing radiation protection to the patent under the guidelines of ALARA.
• Selects length and intensity for radiation exposure by adjusting technical factors to obtain the most optimal mammogram possible on each individual patient.
• Evaluates the technical factors of positioning, compression, exposure, contrast, sharpness, noise, artifacts, collimation and labeling on every patient prior to dismissal.
• Actively participates in the quality control/quality analysis program under the supervision of the lead interpreting radiologist.
• Demonstrates an adequate knowledge of anatomy and physiology to sufficiently pinpoint areas for mammography with emphasis on body placement and positioning.
• Maintains workflow efficiencies throughout the mammography departments to expedite flow of patients.
• Maintains and ensures 100% compliance with ACR, FDA and MQSA standards and inspections.
• Assists staff in the interpretation of scripts/orders to ensure exams are completed within the framework of appropriate protocols and accepted policies.
• Ensures optimal patient care as well as establish effective working relationships with all colleagues.
• Assures that services provided are in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Works with Imaging Director to ensure equipment be maintained and repairs are attended to promptly.
• Works to ensure staff are compliant regarding mammography guidelines as well as policies and procedures.
• Performs Quality Control monitoring of equipment as assigned in accordance with ACR/MQSA.
• Leads by example of providing an excellent patient care experience.
• Collaborates with the Radiologists to ensure the highest level of operational efficiency and quality standards.
• Competency with PACS and EMR systems.
• Assists with performing and planning multiple diagnostic procedures in appropriate time sequence.
• Functions independently with little guidance from supervisor needed.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Successful completion of a two-year Radiology Technology program approved by the committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the AMA and the American Registry of Radiology Technologist.
• Minimum 1 year experience in Mammography.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in both Radiology and Mammography RT(R)(M)
• Current CPR certification required