Job Summary

The Mammography Technologist operates radiologic equipment to produce radiographs of breast tissue for diagnostic purposes as directed by the radiologist.

Essential Job Functions

• Collects pertinent data about the patient and procedure.
  
  
  
  • Reconfirms the patient's identification and verifies the physician's order.
  
  
  • Assures the proper screening protocol is completed.
  
  
  • Verifies the patient's pregnancy status when appropriate.
  
  
  
  


• Provides information to the patient about the procedure.
  
  
  
  • Verifies the patient has consented to the procedure and answers any questions the patient may have.
  
  
  • Provides accurate explanations and instructions at an appropriate time and at a level the patient can understand.
  
  
  • Provides information on breast self-examination via demonstration or brochure where applicable...