What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mammography Technologist position at RADIOLOGY & IMAGING SPECIALISTS OF LAKELAND?
RADIOLOGY AND IMAGING SPECIALISTS JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Mammography Technologist
Location: Kissimmee Office
Division/Dept.: Radiology and Imaging Specialists
Reports To: Office Supervisor
Type of Shift: Full Time
Shift Hours: 40 Hours Weekly
JOB SUMMARY;
The Mammography Technologist performs a variety of mammography procedures in an outpatient setting while
maintaining a high level of customer service and quality patient care. The responsibilities of the Mammography
Technologist include performing mammography procedures following the protocols established by the radiologist
and demonstrating compassion to ensure overall patient satisfaction.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Performs mammography exams following the protocols established by the radiologist. Competently performs
procedures with limited supervision.
2. Properly inputs all required patient information into the system including protocol, patient history, referring
providers, and any additional information to the radiologist regarding the procedure.
3. Properly identifies patients and demonstrates compassion while maintaining patient confidentiality. Assumes
responsibility for patient care, safety, and comfort.
4. Maintains radiologic services in accordance with standards established with the Director of Operations,
federal, state, and local standards and the ACR. Maintains quality assurance requirements.
5. Takes responsibility to stock exam rooms with necessary supplies. Maintains equipment and reports any
equipment malfunctions to the supervisor or appropriate service provider.
6. Performs X-rays, bone densities and any other duties as assigned.
7. Customer Service; Communicates effectively with staff and supervisors in a polite and courteous manner. Promotes
teamwork by assisting other staff as needed. Words and actions support team improvement.
8. Maintains credentials for position.
WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
2 or more years in the Mammography field is preferred.
High School Diploma or GED.
Completion of a course in Radiologic Technology which is approved by the American Registry of Radiologic
Technologists.
Current certification (ARRT) with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and licensed by the Florida
Department of Health. Additional mammography certification is required.
SKILLS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Bilingual English/Spanish speaking skills are preferred.
Skills in properly positioning patients and obtaining diagnostic images, identifying equipment problems,
establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and public.
This job requires prolonged sitting or standing, frequent bending, stooping, or stretching; Must be able to see with or
without corrective eyewear, must be able to hear clearly, with or without assistance. This position may require lifting
50 plus pounds.