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Mammographer

Sparks & Favor, PC
Birmingham, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/10/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/10/2025

MAMMOGRAPHY TECHNICIAN

JOB DESCRIPTION

Duties:

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

special instructions; confirming anticipated service with patients.

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

explaining equipment; answering questions.

3. Conducts mammography study by positioning breasts; adjusting compression mechanisms;

instructing patient to hold breath; 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.

4. Minimizes radiation to patient and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques.

5. 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.

6. Ensures operation of mammography equipment by completing preventive maintenance;

instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment

inventories.

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

collecting and processing laundry.

8. Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following, and enforcing standards and

procedures.

9. Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional

publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.43 - $43.06 per hour

Expected hours: 36 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

  • Radiology

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • No weekends

License/Certification:

  • ARRT Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $43

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