Mammographer

Mammography Technologist

Operates mammography equipment to produce radiographic images of the breast for screening exams under the general supervision of a radiologist.

Job Responsibilities:

-Performs timely screening mammography, with less than 5% repeat XXXX.

-Enters accurate patient history and charges off exam.

-Explains exam in a manner patient can understand, gains patient cooperation and reduces patient anxiety.

-Complies with all departmental and hospital policies.

-Performs other duties as required by lead technologist or manager.

-Decision Making: Independent judgment in making minor decisions where alternatives are limited, and standard policies/protocols have been established.

-Working Relationships: Works directly with patients and/or customers.

-Works with internal customers via telephone or face to face interaction.

-Works with external customers via telephone or face to face interaction.

-Works with other healthcare professionals and staff.

Required Skills & Experience:

-Zero (0) - six (6) months of related experience.

-Competent to perform screening mammograms on men and women of mammography age 18 - 100 years.

-Demonstrated skills and knowledge of mammography unit and basic positioning skills.

-Effective interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.

-Ability to organize and prioritize work in an effective and efficient manner.

-Ability to be detail oriented as required in the examination of clinical and numerical data.

Required Education:

-Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program.

-Must have completed or will complete within nine months from hire date, 40 hours documented training specific to mammography and 8 hours modality specific digital training in accordance with Mammograph Quality Standards Act.

Required Certification & Licensure:

-Registration from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and must be ARRT Certified in Mammography within nine months from date of hire.