Mammography Technologist Job Hazel Crest area,Illinois USA,Healthcare

Major Responsibilities

1)
Introduce yourself to patient and explain the procedure to each patient
2)
Reassure the patient, consistently attempt to reduce anxiety, and obtain the cooperation of the patient.
3)
Attempt to understand the patients needs and anxieties and respond accordingly.
4) Attempt to relate to each patients own individual physical condition and emotional needs and position accordingly.
The performance of mammography services/exams at South Suburban Hospital.
1)
Perform all mammographic procedures/examinations using the appropriate radiographic techniques
2)
Position patients for routine and additional mammographic views, as requested by the reading radiologist
3)
Perform and document daily QC tests prior to performing exams on patients
4)
Examine requisition of each patient prior to beginning procedure for the purpose of verifying physician order; and screening vs. diagnostic exams
5)
Obtain and document pertinent history before procedure
6)
Screen and document possibility of pregnancy on all female patients of childbearing age
7)
Maintain supplies and cleanliness of assigned room on a daily basis
8)
Perform mammography screening exams at South Suburban Hospital. maintain mammographic and processing equipment; perform QC tests required before processing of patients exams.

Patient/Customer contact

1)
Introduce yourself to patient and explain the procedure to each patient
2)
Reassure the patient, consistently attempt to reduce anxiety, and obtain the cooperation of the patient.
3)
Attempt to understand the patients needs and anxieties and respond accordingly.
4) Attempt to relate to each patients own individual physical condition and emotional needs and position accordingly.

The performance of mammography services/exams at South Suburban Hospital.

1)
Perform all mammographic procedures/examinations using the appropriate radiographic techniques
2)
Position patients for routine and additional mammographic views, as requested by the reading radiologist
3)
Perform and document daily QC tests prior to performing exams on patients
4)
Examine requisition of each patient prior to beginning procedure for the purpose of verifying physician order; and screening vs. diagnostic exams
5)
Obtain and document pertinent history before procedure
6)
Screen and document possibility of pregnancy on all female patients of childbearing age
7)
Maintain supplies and cleanliness of assigned room on a daily basis
8)
Perform mammography screening exams at South Suburban Hospital. maintain mammographic and processing equipment; perform QC tests required before processing of patients exams.

Performance of procedure and radiation safety

1)
Select proper paddle size and select appropriate mammographic views
2)
Position mammographic unit at proper height/angle to accommodate each patient's body habitus in order to produce good quality images
3)
Determine and apply the appropriate amount of compression for each patient
4)
Exhibit competence required in routine positioning and ability to adapt to varying patient conditions
5)
Determine the proper exposure factors to produce a good quality image
6)
Use bar code readers to begin and end all procedures. Make sure appropriate exam is charged.
7)
Demonstrate competence and proficiency using each mammographic unit at South Suburban Hospital.
8)
Label mammographic films according to department quality assurance standards and criteria
9)
Process knowledge/competency of daily operations, maintenance of mammography units, printers and physician's workstation and performance of daily and weekly QC tasks.

Demonstrate knowledge of follow-up procedures, documentation of follow-up to assure continuation of care

1)
Update mammographic history for each patient, relay pertinent history to radiologist regarding each patient.
2)
Perform additional mammographic special views (spot compression, magnification views, etc.) as requested by the radiologist.
3)
When recommended by radiologist, refer patient to Ultrasound; coordinate patient exam with Ultrasound tech or explain follow-up procedure to patient.
4)
Update Mammography Exam Entry to assure recommended patient follow-up is recorded in Penrad.
5)
Maintain follow-up logs, communicate recommended follow-up to physician.
6)
Maintain patients files. Ensure patient's films/discs are stored correctly.
7)
Call patients that need to return for additional views. Document all calls to patients.

Demonstrate willingness and ability to assist others.

1)
Assist radiologists in the performance of needle localizations and core biopsies.
2)
Assist other…