Job description

Perform a variety of technical activities associated with the performance of screening and diagnostic mammography procedures. Assists radiologist with mammography procedures (cores, fine-needle aspirates (FNA’s) and localizations). Complies with all regulatory mandates for mammography. Performs quality assurance on digital equipment as assigned. Performs exams and assists Radiologists in a teaching and research facility.

• Assists patients in filling out mammography questionnaire and offers patient education (brochures and Health Library). Handles all paperwork associated with procedure appropriately and efficiently.

• Assists with mammography ancillary functions such as assisting in obtaining outside films for comparison and follow up process. Filming images as required. Faxing of patient consent forms to Facilities; faxing of abnormal results to physicians.

• Assists with procedures requiring knowledge of J wire placements, ultrasound guided core, needle biopsies, wire placements. Performs specimens of biopsy including transport procedure.

• Charges mammographic procedures and supplies in Radiology Information Systems.

• Correctly obtains and identifies mammography images, manipulates and sends images via the Picture Archive Communication System (PACS) network; moves images to physicians reading stations.

• Develops mammographic film. Match with the appropriate paperwork for interpretation.

• Evaluates radiographs for diagnostic quality obtaining additional images as needed.

• Performs a variety of tasks involving the operation of mammographic radiographic equipment and other

• equipment/devices as appropriate. Position patients, using immobilization when necessary. Calculate exposure factors, assist physicians.

• Prepares and set up medical supplies using aseptic techniques if appropriate. Explain all mammography exams to patients to achieve patient cooperation

• Utilizes all digital mammography equipment and performs maintenance, trouble shooting, turns on/off, and calls for service. Performs the quality control functions related to mammography.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
-Certified by the State of California Department of Health Services in Diagnostic Radiology (CRT).
-Licensed by the State of California in Mammography (MAM).
-Basic Life Support (BLS)
-One (1) year of progressively responsible and directly related work experience

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Salary: $40.00 - $80.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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