Mammography Technician (Diagnostic Specialist MMT) -Patient Coordinator II-Radiology FPA - Mount Sinai West (787 11th Ave) - Full Time - Tuesday-Saturday, 8am-4pm

Job description

Under general supervision of licensed physicians, performs and/or assists in performing all routine mammographic examinations in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures. Sets up, adjusts, and operates mammography equipment, selecting proper technical factors to obtain accurate diagnostic images; properly positions and immobilizes patients. Responds to patients’ needs as required. Maintains cleanliness of equipment and general working area, stocking clinical supplies. Ensures proper operation of x-ray equipment. Performs mammographic procedures including needle localization, seed localization, and stereotactic biopsy. 1. Under supervision of physicians, prepares patients and examination areas in accordance with department policies and procedures for administration, as appropriate, of all screening and diagnostic mammography examinations. Sets up, cleans and safeguards mammography machine and ancillary equipment. Observes radiation and equipment safety precautions both for equipment maintenance and patient and employee well-being. Provides patient orientation prior to examination session. 2. Under supervision, performs or assists in performing mammography pro...