Mammographer

IMCS Group Inc

🇺🇸 United States
On-site
1 day ago

X-ray

1 day ago

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The mammography tech is responsible for detecting breast tissue abnormalities by completing mammographic imaging studies; presenting them for diagnosis.Duties1. 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. Documents patient mammogram services by completing patient record charting.10. Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.Bone DensitometryUnder the supervision of a physician, the Bone Densitometry/X-ray Technician is responsible for performing bone densitometry and x-ray scans for interpretation by, or at the request of a licensed practitioner, while being friendly, courteous, and empathetic to the patient and all parties involved with and in their care.

Mammographer · IMCS Group Inc

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