Mammography Technologist

Job Description

The Mammography Technologist is responsible for performing radiographic mammograms by the application of ionizing radiation to produce quality radiographs as would be required under a variety of conditions.

Job Relationships

Reports to the Diagnostic Imaging Operations Manager

Principal Responsibilities

• Must have one-month on-the-job training mammography.
• Produce quality mammograms and be able to perform requests for special views.
• Prepare files for radiologist to read.
• Obtain outside previous or comparison exams.
• Obtain complete history from patients.
• Keep log of all patients.
• Good knowledge of breast anatomy.
• Help out in the main department when time allows.
• Must be able to adapt to flexible working hours.
• Recall patients that require additional imaging.
• Make sure images have been pushed from PACS to Sectra workstation.
• Perform Quality Assurance testing on equipment as required.
• Operate dry laser printer.
• Schedule diagnostic breast exams.
• Be familiar with mammography protocols for all radiologists.
• Proof-read mammogram reports in RIS for errors and have corrections made.
• Generate BIRADS letters to be sent to patients.
• Burn CD from Sectra for biopsies.
• Demonstrate professional behavior with patients and employees.
• Maintain positive attitude in working to achieve department goals.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.
• Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures.
• Adhere to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training & accomplishments as required per policy.
• Provide excellent customer service and adhere to SC Way customer service philosophy.

Education/Experience

• Must be a graduate of an approved A.C.R school.

Licenses/Certificates

• Must have current licensure with the Illinois Department of Nuclear Safety.
• CPR certification per American Heart Association guidelines required within 30 days of hire.
• Must be registered and in good standing in both Radiography and Mammography with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. If transitioning internally from a Radiologic Tech position, will also accept successful completion of a Mammography Tech program, ARRT-Radiography, and successful registration as ARRT-Mammography within two years of hire.
• Professional Affiliations: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists & Illinois Department of Nuclear Safety.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to assist patient to and from mammography unit.

Working Environment

• Standing, walking and lifting required.

PHI/Privacy Level

HIPAA 2