Mammography Technologist

The Mammography Technologist is responsible for performing radiographic mammograms by the application of ionizing radiation to produce quality radiographs as would be required under a variety of conditions. **Job Relationships** Reports to the Diagnostic Imaging Operations Manager **Principal Responsibilities** - Must have one-month on-the-job training mammography. - Produce quality mammograms and be able to perform requests for special views. - Prepare files for radiologist to read. - Obtain outside previous or comparison exams. - Obtain complete history from patients. - Keep log of all patients. - Good knowledge of breast anatomy. - Help out in the main department when time allows. - Must be able to adapt to flexible working hours. - Recall patients that require additional imaging. - Make sure images have been pushed from PACS to Sectra workstation. - Perform Quality Assurance testing on equipment as required. - Operate dry laser printer. - Schedule diagnostic breast exams. - Be familiar with mammography protocols for all radiologists. - Proof-read mammogram reports in RIS for errors and have corrections made. - Generate BIRADS letters to be sent to patients. - Burn CD from Sectra for biopsies. - Demonstrate professional behavior with patients and employees. - Maintain positive attitude in working to achieve department goals. - Perform other job duties as assigned. - Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures. - Adhere to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training & accomplishments as required per policy. - Provide excellent customer service and adhere to SC Way customer service philosophy. **Education/Experience** - Must be a graduate of an approved A.C.R school. **Licenses/Certificates** - Must have current licensure with the Illinois Department of Nuclear Safety. - CPR certification per American Heart Association guidelines required within 30 days of hire. - Must be registered and in good standing in both Radiography and Mammography with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. . If transitioning internally from a Radiologic Tech position, will also accept successful completion of a Mammography Tech program, ARRT-Radiography, and successful registration as ARRT-Mammography within two years of hire. - Professional Affiliations: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists & Illinois Department of Nuclear Safety. **Knowledge, Skills and Abilities** - Must be able to assist patient to and from mammography unit. **Working Environment** - Standing, walking and lifting required. **PHI/Privacy Level** **HIPAA 2**