Mammography Technologist - Marshall Health Teays Valley

Job Responsibilities:
 

• Positions patients according to standards set by American College of Radiology.
• Selects appropriate technical factors from technique charges and operate equipment in accordance with prescribed radiation safety practices.
• Prepares completed mammograms for interpretation in a timely manner, including appropriately identified images and all associated forms and paperwork.
• Educates patients on BSE, breast cancer, and other related women’s health issues.
• Reviews all requisitions/orders for accuracy and applicable clinical information.
• Ensures all information on the Breast History Form is accurate and complete.
• Prepares examination room and all equipment in advance according the patient’s examination and diagnostic needs.
• Confirms that all mammography files include appropriate labels and ID markers as required by ACR/FDA/MQSA.
• Inputs all data into the information system required for exam completion.
• Performs daily printer checks, record results, and report any abnormalities to the appropriate supervisor.
• Performs weekly phantom checks and appropriately reports discrepancies.
• Performs equipment monitoring and cleaning to maintain the highest quality environment.
• Helps maintain patient logs and information collection as required for regulatory standards.
• Performs weekly, monthly, quarterly, and semi-annual QA/QC tests as required.
• Records inventory needs, as needed to maintain appropriate supply levels.
• Assists clerical, billing, and scheduling staff as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.