Breast Imaging Support Specialist (9419 Maplewood)

Technical Responsibilities

• Specializes in the production of screening exams for the detection of breast cancers and lesions.
• Responsible for the initial and ongoing success of the mammography/ultrasound service in the practice in which one works.
• Aid practice in all ways possible to be sure all eligible age-appropriate patients have annual screening mammograms and ultrasounds – this is particularly critical in the first 18 months of a new practice.
• Prepares patients for the mammographic/U/S procedure.
• Explains procedures to the patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
• Moves ultrasound equipment to specific positions and adjusts controls to ensure optimal scanning based on knowledge of the ultrasound system techniques and protocols.
• Follows prescribed safety standards in operating all required equipment.
• Examines images for image quality.
• Ensures equipment is in proper working order at all times.
• Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
• Processes routine paperwork and all required data entry.
• Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Super user of practice's Electronic Health Record software.
• Maintains image movement and management to the offsite radiologist.
• Performs mammography tracking with the mammographer following MQSA guidelines and requirements.
• Responsible for a variety of coordinative and administrative support functions such as researching patient information, compiling data, preparing reports, obtaining prior patient images, and patient compliance.
• May have coverage responsibilities for multiple locations.
• Performs all other duties as may be assigned.