Mammography Tech AMG

Major Responsibilities

• Determine appropriate mammography technique and position for patients using immobilization and support devices to ensure optimum film quality.
• Position patients, adjust equipment and immobilization devices as necessary, using courtesy at all times.
• Operate advanced and sophisticated mammography/radiographic equipment.
• Maintain supplies and prepare the mammography room, ensuring adequate stock levels.
• Alert the department supervisor immediately of equipment malfunctions.
• Deliver patient care in accordance with department standards.
• Maintain a timely flow of scheduled patients, emergencies, and unscheduled add‑on patients.
• Secure patient history regarding the reason for the test ordered and record it on the appropriate form for radiologist information.
• Maintain positive customer relations, including proper phone etiquette.
• Provide adequate shielding to every patient in accordance with prescribed radiation safety standards.
• Assist others when necessary and demonstrate rapport.
• Maintain patient records, answer phones, and schedule exams.
• Label all mammograms following department criteria and standards.
• Check film quality to assure optimal quality.
• Perform quality control activities per ACR guidelines, document results, and notify supervisor when malfunctions occur or processor quality control exceeds boundaries.
• Review film and determine if more views are necessary, identify artifacts, and assist in problem solving.
• Maintain housekeeping duties, cleanliness, neatness, and appearance of designated work areas.
• Adhere to department procedures regarding patient safety, report spills, follow exposure prevention policies, use Universal Precautions, and protect self against bodily fluid contact.
• Follow policies on lifting to prevent injuries.
• Participate in professional development – attend in‑services and continuing education programs appropriate to department needs.
• Participate in problem‑solving issues related to department operations and interdepartmental relationships.

• Graduate of an accredited School of Radiographic Technology.
• Minimum of 3 years radiography experience; mammography experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Health Information System.
• Licensed Radiographic Technology by the IDNS.
• CPR certification.
• ARRT registered in radiography and mammography.
• Maintain current ARRT mammography and radiology certification and IDNS licensure.
• Attend CPR classes to maintain re‑certification.
• Maintain required amount of mammography CME credits for ARRT, IDNS, MQSA, and other governing agencies.
• Good communication skills and ability to anticipate patient, employee, and department needs.

• Radiation exposure.
• Ability to work weekends.
• Ability to perform lifting/transfer activities related to patients.
• Possible exposure to infectious disease and hazardous materials.
• Recognize needs and behaviors of a variety of age groups of patients; prior experience with various age groups preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance; for patient lifts over 35 pounds use patient handling equipment with at least one other associate when available.
• Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case‑by‑case basis.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.