What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mammography Tech position at MFS Talent?
Shifts : Days - 8hours, 40hrs / week-Work Location : Onsite; Palo Alto, CA-Compensation : $70 to $80 per hourDuties and Responsibilities-Assists patients in filling out mammography questionnaire and offers patient education (brochures and Health Library). Handles all paperwork associated with procedure appropriately and efficiently.-Assists with mammography ancillary functions such as assisting in obtaining outside films for comparison and follow up process. Filming images as required. Faxing of patient consent forms to Facilities; faxing of abnormal results to physicians.-Assists with procedures requiring knowledge of J wire placements, ultrasound guided core, needle biopsies, wire placements. Performs specimens of biopsy including transport procedure.-Charges mammography procedures and supplies in Radiology Information Systems.-Correctly obtains and identifies mammography images, manipulates and sends images via the Picture Archive Communication System (PACS) network; moves images to physicians reading stations.-Develops mammography film. Match with the appropriate paperwork for interpretation.-Evaluates radio graphs for diagnostic quality, obtaining additional images as needed.-Performs a variety of tasks involving the operation of mammography radio graphic equipment and other equipment / devices as appropriate. -Position patients, using immobilization when necessary. Calculate exposure factors, assist physicians.-Prepares and set up medical supplies using aseptic techniques if appropriate. Explain all mammography exams to patients to achieve patient cooperation-Utilizes all digital mammography equipment and performs maintenance, trouble shooting, turns on / off, and calls for service.-Performs the quality control functions related to mammography.Education Qualifications-Requirement met by License / Certification RequirementExperience-At least 1-2 years related experienceLicenses and Certifications-CRT and-MAM - Mammography Cert and-BLS - Basic Life SupportBenefits-Health / Dental / Vision Insurance-Sick time off
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Palo Alto, CA
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