Mammography Tech

Description
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Job Summary:

-The Mammography Technologist performs radiographic mammography procedures which produce high quality diagnostic films for use in the detection of breast tissue abnormalities.
-This position works on a level not requiring constant supervision and performs a variety of procedures that require independent judgment, creativity, and initiative.

Job Essentials:
-Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam.
-Performs radiologic mammography exams per department protocol including advanced Mammography procedures like stereotactic biopsies, clip placements, drainages, etc.
-Operates the mammographic equipment to ensure that diagnostic images of high quality are produced.
-Appropriately uses equipment, maneuvers the unit, and selects techniques to produce diagnostic images.
-Appropriately uses radiation protection to ensure the safety of patients and staff and meets all ALARA program requirements.
-Keeps current on new procedures and equipment so skills remain at a high level.
-Maintain records required by JCAHO and the Utah State Bureau of Radiation Control. Thoroughly and accurately completes all required documentation, including time stamps and image storage.
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Skills
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Required

Skills & Experience:

-Demonstrates positioning competency.
-Knowledgeable regarding breast self-examinations via answering questions and providing written materials to patients.
-Lifting, Manual Dexterity, Pulling/Pushing, Seeing, Speaking, Standing, Walking.
-Preferred

Skills & Experience:

-Experience in Imaging or Mammography.
--Radiation Badge Requirement:
-A personal radiation monitoring badge (dosimeter) is required for this assignment.
-To maintain an accurate and continuous exposure record, providers are encouraged to use an existing badge from a previous employer or assignment when available.
-If a new badge is issued, prior exposure history will not be reflected.
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Required
POSITIONING COMPETENCY
KNOWLEDGE OF BREAST SELF-EXAMINATIONS
RADIOLOGIC MAMMOGRAPHY
STEREOTACTIC BIOPSY PROCEDURES
CLIP PLACEMENT PROCEDURES

Additional
DRAINAGE PROCEDURES
RADIATION PROTECTION
ALARA PROGRAM COMPLIANCE
EQUIPMENT OPERATION
DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING
RECORD MAINTENANCE
DOCUMENTATION
IMAGING
MAMMOGRAPHY

Education
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Required

Education:

-HS Diploma or GED

Preferred Education:

-N/A

Required Certifications & Licensure:
-ARRT registration.
-Current Rad Tech license in the state of practice.
-Must meet and maintain the ARRT Advanced Mammography Certification.
-Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers.

-Must meet and maintain mammography specific ACR FDA/MQSA requirements.

Preferred Certifications & Licensure:
-N/A
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Certifications & Licenses
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ARRT Advanced Mammography Certification
ARRT registration
BLS Certification
Rad Tech license

Languages
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English( Speak, Read, Write )

Minimum Degree Required
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Completed High School (Diploma or GED)