Description ========= Job Summary: -The Mammography Technologist performs radiographic mammography procedures which produce high quality diagnostic films for use in the detection of breast tissue abnormalities. -This position works on a level not requiring constant supervision and performs a variety of procedures that require independent judgment, creativity, and initiative.
Job Essentials: -Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam. -Performs radiologic mammography exams per department protocol including advanced Mammography procedures like stereotactic biopsies, clip placements, drainages, etc. -Operates the mammographic equipment to ensure that diagnostic images of high quality are produced. -Appropriately uses equipment, maneuvers the unit, and selects techniques to produce diagnostic images. -Appropriately uses radiation protection to ensure the safety of patients and staff and meets all ALARA program requirements. -Keeps current on new procedures and equipment so skills remain at a high level. -Maintain records required by JCAHO and the Utah State Bureau of Radiation Control. Thoroughly and accurately completes all required documentation, including time stamps and image storage. null
Skills ==== Required Skills & Experience: -Demonstrates positioning competency. -Knowledgeable regarding breast self-examinations via answering questions and providing written materials to patients. -Lifting, Manual Dexterity, Pulling/Pushing, Seeing, Speaking, Standing, Walking. -Preferred Skills & Experience: -Experience in Imaging or Mammography. --Radiation Badge Requirement: -A personal radiation monitoring badge (dosimeter) is required for this assignment. -To maintain an accurate and continuous exposure record, providers are encouraged to use an existing badge from a previous employer or assignment when available. -If a new badge is issued, prior exposure history will not be reflected. null Required POSITIONING COMPETENCY KNOWLEDGE OF BREAST SELF-EXAMINATIONS RADIOLOGIC MAMMOGRAPHY STEREOTACTIC BIOPSY PROCEDURES CLIP PLACEMENT PROCEDURES
Additional DRAINAGE PROCEDURES RADIATION PROTECTION ALARA PROGRAM COMPLIANCE EQUIPMENT OPERATION DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING RECORD MAINTENANCE DOCUMENTATION IMAGING MAMMOGRAPHY
Education ======== Required Education: -HS Diploma or GED
Preferred Education: -N/A
Required Certifications & Licensure: -ARRT registration. -Current Rad Tech license in the state of practice. -Must meet and maintain the ARRT Advanced Mammography Certification. -Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers.
-Must meet and maintain mammography specific ACR FDA/MQSA requirements.