Mammography Tech II

Job Objective:

Produces quality screening and diagnostic mammography exams. Performs breast ultrasounds, if applicable, assists radiologist with procedural exams, dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) exams; educates patients regarding procedures and accurately documents procedures completed and procedure codes.

Job Description:

Education:

Required: Graduate of a Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) approved School of Radiologic Technology

Licensure/Certification:

Required: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Radiology (R) and Mammography (M) or American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) Breast (BR); California Radiologic Technologist (CRT) Mammography license; American Heart Association BLS

Experience:

Required: One (1) year of experience as a Mammography Technologist performing screening mammography
Preferred: Diagnostic mammography experience

Essential Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates compliance with Code of Conduct and compliance policies, and takes action to resolve compliance questions or concerns and report suspected violations.
• Interacts compassionately and effectively with patients providing a Five Star experience by reducing anxieties; provides explanations of procedures and equipment, and answers questions
• Escorts patient from sub-wait area to procedure room.
• Explains procedure to patient prior to beginning exam.
• Obtains appropriate breast and family history before procedure is completed.
• Explains comparative film review and obtains patient film release signature, as appropriate.
• Performs appropriate screening procedure or diagnostic procedure.
• Performs breast ultrasounds, if applicable.
• Assists with stereotactic core biopsies, ultrasound core biopsies and needle localizations.
• May be required to assist/perform Quality Control/Quality Assurance.
• Completes all documentation accurately and timely in EHR and PACS systems.
• Performs bone density screening as requested.
• Maintains cleanliness of all radiology equipment and rooms.
• Maintains current and adequate CEUs per Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) and state regulatory requirements and remains proficient in using diagnostic equipment.
• Cross trains to learn all modalities including ultrasound, stereotactic biopsy, localization procedures, etc.
• Follows department timekeeping procedures; obtains prior authorization for any overtime.
• Works at main campus and satellite facilities.

Essential Skils:

• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently to meet deadlines
• Proficient in use of mammography, ultrasound and DEXA equipment
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and unexpected situations
• Knowledgeable in special procedures and diagnostic procedures
• Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations in a calm and professional manner
• Ability to communicate with patients, healthcare professionals, and staff to ensure clear and accurate exchange of information