Local-Mammographer

Job Title : Local-Mammographer

Location : SALT LAKE CITY,UT

Pay Rate : $47 - $50 / hr.

Duration : 13 Weeks

Shift Timing : 7 : 00 AM - 3 : 30PM

Job Summary :

The mammography tech is responsible for detecting breast tissue abnormalities by completing mammographic imaging studies;

presenting them for diagnosis.

Duties :

• 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; 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.

• 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.

Required :

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Current BLS
• 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)
• 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
9 hours ago