Med-Hire is seeking a Mammographer!

Job Responsibilities:

• 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;
  explaining equipment; answering questions.
• Conducts mammography study by positioning breasts; adjusting compression mechanisms;
  instructing the patient to hold breath; 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 production and quality of mammograms by following established standards and
  procedures; developing mammograms; observing mammogram results; determining necessary
  adjustments for optimum results; retaking mammograms as required; forwarding completed
  studies to radiologist for interpretation.
• Ensures operation of mammography equipment by completing preventive maintenance;
  instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment
  inventories.
• Keeps mammography supplies and patient drapes ready by inventorying stock; placing orders;
  collecting and processing laundry.
• Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following, and enforcing standards and
  procedures.
• Documents patient mammogram services by completing patient record charting.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional
  publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.

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