What are the responsibilities and job description for the Breast Imaging and Diagnostic Expert position at Duke Health?
About the Position:
This Mammography Technologist role at Duke Health involves working with a talented team to deliver high-quality patient care. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mammography and excellent communication skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform a range of tasks involving the operation of mammographic radiographic equipment and other devices as necessary.
- Position patients using immobilization when required. Calculate exposure factors, assist physicians.
- Evaluate radiographs for diagnostic quality, obtaining additional images as needed.
- Prepare and set up medical supplies utilizing aseptic techniques if appropriate. Explain procedures to patients.
- Charge mammographic procedures and supplies in Maestro or EPIC.
- Provide orientation to new mammographers.
- Offer education and training to student mammographers.
- Assist in maintaining and compiling statistical data.
- Demonstrate proficiency in performing all breast imaging procedures, including breast interventional procedures.
- Monitor mammography section procedures and supply charges to ensure completeness and accuracy.
- Perform other related duties incidental to the work.
Requirements:
- Graduate or completion of a program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification or currently holds required registry or certification.
- Technologists initially qualifying on or after April 28, 1999, must meet the Mammo-Specific requirements by having at least 40 hours of documented training in mammography.
- Level I must obtain ARRT certification at time of employment.
- Performance of a minimum of 25 mammography exams under direct supervision of an appropriate MQSA qualified individual. At least 8 hours of training in using any modality (e.g., digital) before beginning to use that modality independently.
- ARRT certification in radiography
- ARRT advanced certification in mammography
- FDA/MQSA qualified to include meeting the MQSA CE requirements of at least 15 CEUs in a 36 month period that must include at least 6 CEUs in each mammographic modality used.
- BLS certification
