Mammography Tech

Job Description
Job Summary:
Seeking a mammography technician, responsible for detecting breast tissue abnormalities by completing mammographic imaging studies; presenting them for diagnosis.
Essential Functions :

• Greets patients by confirming patient identification; reviewing imaging request; checking for special instructions; confirming anticipated service with patients.
• Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of imaging procedures; answering questions.
• Conducts mammography study by positioning breasts; adjusting compression mechanisms; 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.

• Minimizes radiation to patient and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques.
• Maintains pro...