Mammography Tech

Job Description Performs mammography diagnostic procedures using x-ray and auxiliary equipment. Ensures proper information is obtained for physician diagnosis Job Responsibility

• Prepares patient for examination.
• Explains procedure in layman terms to relieve patient of anxiety.
• Ensures patient is screened according to protocol, and assures consent for

the procedure has been obtained, when necessary.

• Positions patient for optimum testing procedure and conditions.
• Sets-up equipment to administer the proper procedure in timely fashion.
• Performs mammography procedures.
• Obtains images as prescribed for physician interpretation.
• Assists physicians in mammographic image-guided interventional/ special

breast exams or procedures. * Monitors patient condition by directly observing patient during examination, recognizing and reporting abnormal changes. * Acknowledges and reviews images in computer system. Ensures accuracy of all patient data. Processes imaging and prints CDs, as required.

• Gathers previous related patient reports, as required.
• Performs minor repairs and adjusts equipment, as required.
• Adheres to Infection Control guidelines in the performance of duties.

Maintains cleanliness of work area, equipment and accessories. * Performs related duties as required Job Qualification

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program, required.
• New York State Department of Health licensure as a Radiologic Technologist,

required. * American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration in Mammography, required.

• Prior radiology technology experience, required.
• Additional Salary Detail

The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).