1)•procures historical studies and prepares these images for review by the radiologist 2)•ensures the presence of any previous diagnostic or pathology reports 3)•prepares current images for dictation by ensuring proper film identification, sorting of the different views 4)•ensures all paperwork, forms, and diagrams are complete and accurate and ready for use by the physician 5)•provides written notes detailing any comments, unique circumstances, or observations that will aid the physician in dictating the report 6)•processes and sends to the appropriate areas, procedure requisitions, history forms, consents and other documentation as it may be generated Education/Experience Required: - Graduate of AMA Approved Program in Radiologic Technology - 2-3 years experience as Radiologic Technologist - 40 hours of specialized training and continuing education in mammography - Knowledge of anatomy - Need to recognize patients experiencing fear or anxiety - Needs to be able to recognize needs and behaviors of a variety of age groups of patients treated, i.e. and understand the differences Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: - Good verbal and written communication skills - Ability to handle anxious and fearful patients - Demonstrated technical skills as a radiographer - Knowledge of film quality control and film processing - Registered Radiologic Technologist/ARRT - IDNS License Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: - Must demonstrate confidence in one's own ability and have a calming effect on patients and others. 1)•checks the patient's radiographic history for previous mammograms performed at this facilityl, or elsewhere and enters information into Penrad Tracking System 2)•obtains current personal and family history of breast disease using appropriate forms and computer databases, i.e. Penrad, to record information 3)•secures patient consent forms as may be required; these consents include Pregnancy Consent and Verification, Authorization Form to Release Medical Information, and Consent for Interventional Procedures 4)•documents the presence of a physical lump, moles, or other skin lesions with BB Markers, and draws or labels breast diagrams, indicating location of anatomical scars, previous surgical sites, or other abnormalities 5)•documents procedure information in the appropriate clinical breast database 6)•initiates the patient charge for services rendered 7)•able to perform patient query functions using IDX, Radnet, Fuji CR, and GE PACS Systems 8)•reviews previous reports and images to establish insight into how the current study is to be performed 9)Contacts patients and physicians with priority results.