Mammogram Technician

Essential Functions:

• Greets patients by confirming patient identification; reviewing imaging request; checking for

special instructions; confirming anticipated service with patients.

• Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of imaging procedures;

explaining equipment; answering questions.

• Conducts mammography study by positioning breasts; adjusting compression mechanisms;

retreating to lead protected area; adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors; activating equipment to take image; releasing compression mechanisms; preparing for next positioning and view.

• Minimizes radiation to patient and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques.
• Maintains production and quality of mammograms by following established standards and

procedures; developing mammograms; observing mammogram results; determining necessary

adjustments for optimum results; retaking mammograms as required; forwarding completed

studies to radiologist for interpretation.

• Ensures operation of mammography equipment by completing preventive maintenance;

instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment

inventories.

• Keeps mammography supplies and patient drapes ready by inventorying stock; placing orders;

collecting and processing laundry.

• Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following, and enforcing standards and procedures.
• Documents patient mammogram services by completing patient record charting.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional

publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.

• Quality Assurance- daily, monthly test on mammo stereo bone density.
• Making CO’s downloading.
• Risk Assessment on all patients.
• Also see attached Flat Field Digital QC Tests 2000DS, Flat Field Digital QC Test Essential, and QA Assurance Policy.

Qualifications:

• Current State License and ARRT registry
• Specialized training in mammography (continuing education/certificates)
• Continuing education- this requirement specifies that an average of 5 ECE’s/year be specific to mammography)
• Continuing experience in mammography (effective 4/1999)
• High school graduate or equivalent
• Current BLS- Preferred
• Satisfactory completion of formal Radiologic technology training in an AMA-approved school

and ability to meet requirements for registry by the American Registry of Radiologic

• Technologists (ARRT) and/or Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) Certified sonographer.
• Mammographic Radiologic Technology certified.
• Able to operate sophisticated computer equipment
• Strong interest in scientific and technical skill and knowledge
• Able to interact compassionately and effectively with the sick or injured
• Able to communicate effectively
• Able to perform well independently
• Able to follow detailed instructions
• Exact and precise
• Highly self-motivated

Lifting Requirements

Heavy lifting: up to 100 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 50lbs. Must be able to stand, stoop and lift and walk without restrictions

Workplace Conditions: Workplace Environment Conditions

• Medical office environment
• The noise level in this workplace is mild to moderate