Mammography Technologist Days (08HR)

Mammography Technologist

Perform a variety of technical activities associated with the performance of screening and diagnostic mammography procedures. Assists radiologist with mammography procedures (cores, fine-needle aspirates (FNA's) and localizations). Complies with all regulatory mandates for mammography. Performs quality assurance on digital equipment as assigned. Performs exams and assists Radiologists in a teaching and research facility.

Assists patients in filling out mammography questionnaire and offers patient education (brochures and Health Library). Handles all paperwork associated with procedure appropriately and efficiently.

Assists with mammography ancillary functions such as assisting in obtaining outside films for comparison and follow up process. Filming images as required. Faxing of patient consent forms to Facilities; faxing of abnormal results to physicians.

Assists with procedures requiring knowledge of J wire placements, ultrasound guided core, needle biopsies, wire placements. Performs specimens of biopsy including transport procedure.

Charges mammographic procedures and supplies in Radiology Information Systems.

Correctly obtains and identifies mammography images, manipulates and sends images via the Picture Archive Communication System (PACS) network; moves images to physicians reading stations.

Develops mammographic film. Match with the appropriate paperwork for interpretation.

Evaluates radiographs for diagnostic quality obtaining additional images as needed.

Performs a variety of tasks involving the operation of mammographic radiographic equipment and other equipment/devices as appropriate. Position patients, using immobilization when necessary. Calculate exposure factors, assist physicians.

Prepares and set up medical supplies using aseptic techniques if appropriate. Explain all mammography exams to patients to achieve patient cooperation.

Utilizes all digital mammography equipment and performs maintenance, trouble shooting, turns on/off, and calls for service. Performs the quality control functions related to mammography.

Education Qualifications: Requirement met by License/Certification Requirement

Experience Qualifications: One (1) year of progressively responsible and directly related work experience

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to accurately bill complex procedures and supplies in a timely fashion
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with widely diverse groups, including individuals at all levels both within and outside the organization and gain their cooperation
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to position standard mammograms as well as non-routine views (mags, spot views)
• Ability to work effectively as a team player
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and congenital/acquired pathology as they relate to the use and interpretation of ultrasound diagnostic procedures
• Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area
• Knowledge of methods of positioning patients for radiographic and magnetic resonance imaging procedures
• Knowledge of principles of image processing and development
• Knowledge of radiographic and fluoroscopic techniques, methods and equipment
• Knowledge of safety principles and procedures related to ultrasound procedures and equipment
• Knowledge of ultrasound diagnostic procedures and equipment/instrumentation

Licenses and Certifications:

• CRT
• MAM - Mammography Cert
• BLS - Basic Life Support

Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $74.80 - $84.22 per hour