What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mammography Technologist position at MUSC?
Job Description Summary
Entity
University Medical Associates (UMA) Only Employees and Financials
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Cost Center
CC005231 UMA AMB RADI West Campus Breast Imaging
Pay Rate Type
Hourly
Pay Grade
Health-28
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Job Description
Operate a mammography unit to produce images of the breasts for diagnostic purposes under direction of a physician. They explain the procedure to patients, position and immobilize the patient’s breast in unit, and observe the scanning process. This involves monitoring the video display of the area being scanned and adjusting the density or contrast to improve picture quality. Mammography technologists then review and evaluate the film or image recording plate to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes.
Additional Job Description
Education : Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program. Work Experience : 0-2 years of independent mammography experienceCurrent registration from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in mammography. Licensed by the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association (SCRQSA). Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.
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