Mammography Technologist

SUMMARY

Responsible for operating x-ray and mammography equipment to produce images for early detection while working with a trained and certified radiologist.

  
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Positionspatients for the proper view (s) according to exam ordered or requested.
• Operates mammography equipment to create breast images ordered by physician(s).
  
• Instructspatients astothe proper physiological requirements for the procedure.
• Acquirespatient medical history.
• Perform Quality Assurance when necessary for regulated calibrations and other accredited factors.
• Prevent unnecessary radiation exposure both tothemselvesand to the patient.
• Communicate compassionately and accurately to the patient to explain what they are about to experience.
• Work effectively and efficiently with fellow colleagues and radiologists daily.
• Effective use of system applications to perform patient workflow.
• Work according to the rules set forth from the ACR and ARRT governing bodies.
• Housekeeping items such as keeping up on laundry,stocking ofsupplies, helping other colleagues with patients, etc.
• Attendance at meetings and training sessions may berequired. These sessions could occasionally be scheduled outside of your regular working hours to accommodate business needs and training opportunities. We appreciate your flexibility and commitment to attending these sessions as necessary to support our team's goals and professional development.
• SUPPORTS MISSION,VISIONAND VALUES OF THE CORPORATION

QUALIFICATIONS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE 

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training. 

  
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must hold a current ARRT certificate and be willing to obtain a Mammography Certification within 1 year. (open to on-the-job training for registered RTs). Must continue to obtain the recommended number of Continuing Educations Credits each year for your certifications. Continuing education in accordance with the ARRT, ACR, and State of Michigan.

LANGUAGE SKILLS 

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization. 

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.