Mammography Tech

Job description

Job Description Performs mammography diagnostic procedures using x-ray and auxiliary equipment. Ensures proper information is obtained for physician diagnosis Job Responsibility: - Prepares patient for examination. - Explains procedure in layman terms to relieve patient of anxiety. - Ensures patient is screened according to protocol, and assures consent for the procedure has been obtained, when necessary. - Positions patient for optimum testing procedure and conditions. - Sets-up equipment to administer the proper procedure in timely fashion. - Performs mammography procedures. - Obtains images as prescribed for physician interpretation. - Assists physicians in mammographic image-guided interventional/ special breast exams or procedures. - Monitors patient condition by directly observing patient during examination, recognizing and reporting abnormal changes. - Acknowledges and reviews images in computer system. Ensures accuracy of all patient data. Processes imaging and prints CDs, as required. - Gathers previous related patient reports, as required. - Performs minor repairs and adjusts equipment, as required. - Adheres to Infection Control guidelines in the performance of duties. M...