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Mammography Technologist As Needed/PRN - Columbia, SC, United States - MUSC
Description
Operate a mammography unit to produce images of the breasts for diagnostic purposes under direction of a physician. They explain the procedure to patients, position and immobilizethepatients breast in unit, and observe thescanning process. This involves monitoring thevideo display of the area being scanned and adjusting thedensity or contrast to improve picture quality.Mammography technologists thenreview and evaluate the film or image recording plate to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes.
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)PRN
CC000822 COL - Diagnostic Radiology (NMC)
Hourly
Health-27
Work Shift
The care team member work closely with doctors and other medical experts when it comes to a patient and are answerable to a manager or chief technologist.
Mammography technicians may also be responsible for the following tasks:~ using x-ray protection equipment
~ Frequent) Ability to perform "pinching" operations. (from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (For every 100 additional pounds, assistance will be required from another healthcare worker. Ability to work rotating shifts. Ability to work overtime as required.
Bachelors Degree or equivalent Work Experience: 5 years for support or 0-2 years for professional
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