- Explains examination procedure to patients and prepares patient for the examination. Reviews clinical data on requisition and performs appropriate examination.
- Obtains additional information about the patient medical history as necessary.
- Prepares procedure room and regularly replenishes stock such as linen and related supplies. Analyzes anatomical structure of patient, sets up equipment and performs the Radiologic procedure.
- Manually controls the equipment to obtain the proper diagnostic information from the area of the body being studied.
- Utilizes patient immobilization as needed.
- Performs all imaging procedures by demonstrating the principles of radiation protection: may involve shielding of patients, selection of appropriate equipment settings to reduction dose, using other ALARA techniques, etc.
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required
- Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) and the advanced registry in Mammography, ARRT (M) (or registry eligible)
- If registry eligible, registry must be obtained within 12 months of date of hire
- Failure to obtain registry within the designated time-frame will result in termination of the Mammography Tech position
- Must maintain the required hours of continued medical education
- Must meet all Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) criteria, as well as other regulatory agencies
- Organization: Henry Ford Medical Group
- Department: Radiology-Taylor
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Mammography Technologist
5 days ago
Henry Ford Health System Taylor, United StatesGENERAL SUMMARY: · Under the direction of a Radiologist, performs Radiologic breast imaging procedures for the evaluation of pathological entities as ordered by a physician. Performs related functions according to department protocols. Utilizes independent judgment in determinin ...
Mammography Technologist - Taylor, United States - Henry Ford Hospital
Description
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Under the direction of a Radiologist, performs Radiologic breast imaging procedures for the evaluation of pathological entities as ordered by a physician.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and duties.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: