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PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs all types of mammography to include needle localization and ductograms.
May assist physician with biopsy and aspiration procedures, practicing sterile technique as required.
Sets up sterile trays with all supplies and instruments required for procedures.
Performs bone densitometry.
Understands and performs within the guidelines of all pertinent regulatory agencies (ACR/FDA).
Evaluates images for abnormalities and identifies areas requiring additional imaging in conjunction with the Radiologist.
Communicates with and follows direction of the Radiologist.
Communicates and educates the patient before, during and after exam to include post-procedure instructions.
Reports any work-related problems or concerns to Supervisor and initiates service ticket or corrective reporting.
Determines proper technical factors and adjusts mammography equipment accordingly.
Assesses patient condition throughout procedures and observes for and reports adverse events.
Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and reports any mechanical or electrical equipment malfunctions, unsafe conditions to appropriate person.
Completes all functions required for appropriate documentation and billing, i.e., computer system.
Maintain continuing education requirements per FDA as well as triannual recertification per ACR.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIRED
Graduate from an accredited program in Radiologic Technology.
Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Certified in Mammography (or will be within 1 year of hire) meeting requirements to perform mammography as defined in the ACR/FDA/MQSA standards.