Mammography Technologist, Certified

Responsibilities

• Performs various breast imaging procedures with the use of ionizing and non-ionizing equipment, and may perform or assist in performing Ultrasound guided or Stereotactic breast biopsies.
• Complies with ACR imaging guidelines to produce optimum radiographs.
• Educates patients regarding their procedure and maintains a safe, comfortable, supportive environment for the patient throughout the exam.
• Communicates educational information to patients about breast cancer risks and breast imaging information.
• Participates in and is responsible for designated aspects of departmental and procedural quality improvement.
• Collections and documents patient information accurately and in a timely manner, and assists in patient follow-up.
• Trains new and student mammography technologists to expected performance levels in breast Imaging techniques and quality improvement.
• Identifies and assists in rectifying equipment problems.
• Inventories supplies.

Qualifications

• Licenses Required:
  • Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system.
  • Current licensure to practice as a Radiologic Technologist in the State of Utah.
  • Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist for Mammography, R.T. (M) (ARRT).
• Preferred Qualifications (Preferred):
  • Stereotactic breast biopsy experience.
  • Three (3) years of experience in breast imaging.