MAMMOGRAPHY TECH

Description

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for varied duties within the mammography department and also does related work as required. Ensures and maintains high quality films on all exams. Performs all required quality assurance for department as needed. Work situations are a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, initiative and ingenuity in order to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for mammography diagnosis. The mammography tech produces quality mammograms as ordered, selecting proper technical factors according to an individual patient’s needs and operating equipment per policies, procedures, and standards, assuring appropriate protection is provided in accordance with prescribed safety standards.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs mammograms and, when possible, locates previous study for Radiologist to compare. When radiologist is not available, must use technical experience to take additional views for pathology. Maintain daily Q.A. and all other testing for MQSA and American College of Radiology Accreditation. Provide teaching information on mammography when requested by patient. Utilizes RIS/PACS System to enter, retrieve, and maintain data. 

Responsible for performing mammograms as requested by physician, keeping the mammography department neat and clean, reassures and explains procedures to patients, assists radiologist and/or clinic physicians, does related and general office duties as required. Mammography technologist must be able to closely follow physician instructions, prepare radiograph equipment, position patients correctly and accurately capture the requested diagnostic images. Mammography technologist must also protect the patient’s safety during the mammography procedure. Mammography technologists are potentially exposed to radiation on a daily basis and must take the proper precautions to protect themselves. Mammography technologist utilizes RIS/PACS System to enter, retrieve, and maintain data. Other duties as assigned. May be exposed to hazardous drugs. Attends OSHA training upon initial employee orientation and annually completes an OSHA competency.

RELATIONSHIP WITH OTHERS: Direct contact with patients and physicians of the group. Ability to work closely with radiologist when dealing with patient’s exam. Must show considerable empathy towards patients and the ability to establish an effective working relationship with associates, peers, and the medical staff.

Requirements

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE: 

1. Graduate of a certified radiography program, plus an ARRT certificate with New York State License. 

2. Also must require ARRT certification in mammography. 

3. At least 5 years experience in the specialty of mammography. 

4. BLS certificate required, or to be obtained within 3 months from start of employment..

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Requires sitting, standing bending and reaching. May require lifting up to 20 pounds. Requires manual dexterity sufficient to operate standard office equipment such as computer, fax, calculators and telephone. Requires normal hearing and vision.