Mammography Technologist

About the Role

Under the direction of a Radiologist and Supervisor, performs general radiographic procedures and mammography procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgement with ingenuity and initiative to apply ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis. Assumes responsibility for designated areas of procedures required. The scope of care includes age groups ranging from young adult to elderly.

Requirements

• Current ARRT certification
• High School Diploma or GED
• Graduate of accredited ARRT Program

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced mammography certification
• One year of experience

Skills

• Ability to perform quality radiographic procedures
• Ability to work independently and effectively with others
• Basic computer skills

Responsibilities

• Operate all mammographic equipment according to equipment specifications
• Adhere to infection control and safety practices
• Maintain work area in a neat and orderly fashion
• Follow good radiation safety practices (e.g., coning, shielding, film badge monitoring) according to state and federal guidelines
• Produce quality mammographic images consistently within established protocols
• Maintain processors, diagnose processing problems, and take appropriate action
• Maintain patient records according to department procedure
• Knowledge of appropriate use of contrast media (venipuncture, injector, consent forms, type, quantity, complications)
• Properly assess patient according to exam ordered with appropriate documentation (e.g., check order, review previous films, check lab values when indicated, prep, screen for possible pregnancy, appropriate history, coordinate with Imaging nurse as appropriate)
• Provide patient education pertinent to exam being performed and document in patient record
• Compliance in accurately and completely utilizing RIS according to department standards (e.g., order, arrive, start, complete, cancel, record complications, IV infiltrate documentation, drug history, repeats, complaints, and transfers), CPAC procedures when indicated
• Meet productivity standards defined by the department
• Participate in training of new staff and students
• Attend department meetings
• Perform non-technical duties as assigned (e.g., stock rooms, transport patients, clean cassettes)

Physical Demands

• Weight Lifted: Up to 50 lbs, Frequently (31-65% of time)
• Weight Carried: Up to 50 lbs, Frequently (31-65% of time)
• Vision: Heavy, Constantly (66-100% of time)
• Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently (31-65%)
• Standing/Walking: Constantly (66-100%)
• Pushing/Pulling: Frequently (31-65%)
• Intensity of Work: Frequently (31-65%)

Job requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding

Schedule

8-hour morning to afternoon shift