Mammography Technician Certified

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• Adjusts equipment, positions patient, and provides adequate radiation protection. Selects length and intensity for radiation exposure on an individual basis.
• Compresses breasts appropriately to get clear images.
• Develops radiologic film and examines for technical quality and diagnostic acceptability.
• Releases patient upon completion of exam. Discusses results or explains how results will be shared later.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education:
• Successful completion of an accredited course in radiologic technology or associate degree in radiologic technology.
• Must have a minimum of 28 classroom hours for initial mammographer training as designated by the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA).

Experience:
• Minimum two years of experience in radiology imaging modalities; one year mammography experience preferred in medical practice setting.
• Current certification with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• Current state permit/license as general diagnostic radiographer.

Performance Requirements:

Knowledge:
• Knowledge of anatomy, breast physiology, breast abnormalities, and clinical breast exams.
• Knowledge of radiologic equipment and testing, physics, and radiation biology.
• Knowledge of safety hazards of radiology and practice standards.

Skills:
• Skill in basic and advanced positioning, including working with patients with implants.
• Skill in applying compression.
• Skill in providing adequate radiation protection.

Abilities:
• Ability to pay attention to detail and to identify problems.
• Ability to demonstrate genuine interest in working with people and to communicate clearly.
• Ability to demonstrate full range of motion, finger/manual dexterity, and agility.

Equipment Operated: Standard and advanced mammography equipment.

Work Environment: Medical offices and mammography exam rooms. Exposure to radiation and communicable diseases.

Mental/Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift/carry/move items weighing up to 50 pounds. Requires positioning patients. Some stress related to anxious patients.