Mammography Tech Registered - recent wage analysis completed!

Mammography Tech Registered - recent wage analysis completed!

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for performing all mammography and radiographic procedures independently. Will exercise judgment and initiative to produce high quality images, using proper anatomical positioning, technique and radiation safety practices. Flexible in abilities to perform independently at off-site clinics. Strives for superior performance by consistently providing a product or service to leadership and staff that is recognized as ultimately contributing to the patient and family experience. Recognizes and demonstrates understanding of patient and family centered care.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Produces images of high diagnostic quality for all mammographic procedures including : ductograms, implants, and needle localizations. Performs bone density examinations as needed. Selects proper technical factors and positions patient accurately critiquing completed images, following exam through to a taken status and maintaining a repeat rate at or below the national standard.
• Assists in the performance of all Quality Assurance (QA) and Control duties as it relates to mammography in accordance to the American College of Radiology (ACR), Michigan Department of Public Health (MDPH), Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) rules and regulations.
• Additional QA duties include the following : Reporting all QA findings to mammogram supervisor, performing machine inspections, making follow up calls to physician’s offices on all positive cases, and keeping abreast of all regulatory changes.
• Serves as a patient liaison by assisting patients as they navigate through the numerous follow-up procedures that are occasionally needed with breast imaging.
• Acquires complete and appropriate patient history and conveys all pertinent information to radiologist.
• Familiarity with terminology and the procedures performed in all of Diagnostic Imaging. Demonstrates a working knowledge of all front desk and file room procedures.
• Communicates delays to patients. Explains procedures so that patients are comfortable. Obtains thorough and pertinent patient history and prepares patients for examination.
• Encourages and assist in research at the technologist level. Keeps abreast of new procedures and exams as it pertains to area of diagnostic imaging practice.
• Selects the appropriate equipment and is aware of the set up based on procedure protocol, specifications, and standards.
• Evaluates the technical quality of images and is able to record, archive, retrieve, compile, and calculate data.
• Independently capable of assisting the radiologist during invasive procedures such as biopsies and abscess drainages.
• Positions the patient based on anatomy in question and provides accurate measurements, educates and can clearly explain procedures before imaging, and follows age-specific guidelines.
• Practices positive patient identification
• Confers with radiologist regarding patient care and protocol as necessary.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports hospital mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality statements, corporate compliance plan, customer service standards, and the code of ethical behavior.

DEPARTMENTAL AND ADDITIONAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES / MOTOR SKILLS

These physical requirements are not exhaustive and additional job related physical requirements may be added on an as needed basis. Corrective devices may be used to meet physical requirements.

ESSENTIAL TECHNICAL ABILITIES

ESSENTIAL MENTAL ABILITIES

ESSENTIAL SENSORY REQUIREMENTS

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

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