MAMMO TECH

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a complete working knowledge of all mammography equipment within the department.
• Performs all routine mammographic/stereotactic procedures as assigned.
• Demonstrates anatomy under investigation through proper patient positioning.
• Obtains patient history and clinical data for correlation with the radiographs.
• Adjust technical factors in proportion to patient while minimizing radiation.
• Provides radiation protection to patient, staff and self according to prescribed safety standards.
• Reviews consultation request, checking for special instructions from requesting physician, and consults with the radiologist as necessary.
• Pleasantly greets patients, confirming their identification and introducing yourself.
• Completely explains examination procedure to the patient and their family if present.
• Performs visual preventive safety inspections, completes tube warm-up procedures for mammography room.
• Identifies problems and communicates to immediate supervisor.
• Reviews exposed radiographs for proper positioning, technique and identification.
• Maintains necessary inventory of supplies for assigned room, rotating stock in an orderly fashion, and eliminating outdated items.
• Recognizes emergency situations, initiates code procedures and administers first aid or CPR as needed.
• Assures access to care.
• Adds on exams whenever possible, coordinating efforts with other departments.
• Sets up alternative exams when requested add on is not possible.
• Verifies correct order entry and supply charging.
• Performs routine Mammography Quality Control.
• Understands and follows all ACR and MSQA regulations.
• Corrects problems before any clinical images are done.
• Contacts service when limits are exceeded.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift patients up to 50lbs.
• Essential: Competencies
• Clear Communication Skills Both Written And Verbal
• Able To Keep Confidential Information Regarding Patients, Team Members
• Able To Withstand Crisis Situations
• Has Skills To Provides Customer Service To Patients, Team Members And Visitors
• Knowledge And Experience With Electronic Health Records
• Credentials Essential: ARRT-M - Mammography BLS - Basic Life Saving certification (American Heart Association)
• Education Essential: Associates Degree in related field Entry USD $31.83/Hr. Max USD $49.34/Hr.