Position Summary

 

Under the supervision of a Radiologist, utilizes specialized knowledge and skills to produce high quality mammographic images for screening and/or diagnosis, invasive breast procedures and DEXA exams for specified patient population.   Assumes responsibility for directing and controlling qualitative and quantitative standards of work performed at Bearden-Josey Centers of Breast Health.

 

Minimum Requirements

 

Education          

Associate’s Degree from an approved AMA School of Radiologic Technology

 

Experience         

Documented 40 hours of training specific to mammography as required by the FDA Documented 8 hours training in each mammography modality to be used to perform exam as required by the FDA Documented performance of 200 mammogram exams in the last two years as required by the FDA Documented 15 hours of continuing education , 3 years consecutively as required by the FDA

 

License/Registration/Certifications         

ARRT registry in Radiography with registry or registry eligible status in Mammography South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association Licenses Current Basis Life Support (CPR and AED) provider                                                                       

 

Preferred Requirements

Preferred Education      

N/A

Preferred Experience    

N/A

Preferred License/Registration/Certifications     

N/A

 

Core Job Responsibilities

 

Perform screening and/or diagnostic mammograms and bone densitometry exams Assist radiologist with invasive breast procedures Review images for quality and tissue acquisition Explain procedure to patient reducing anxieties and obtain patient history relevant to exam As requested by radiologist communicate results to patient Open communication with scheduling and registration to ensure appropriate physician order is obtained Engagement with Breast Imaging Navigator as needed to assist with further patient needs or appointments General equipment assessment, reporting any issues to Breast   Other Duties as assigned