The role you’ll contribute:
Under the general direction of the Manager of Simpson Breast Health Center Digital Mammograms of the breast at a technical level that will produce high quality mammographic images, may also perform breast localization procedures.
The value you’ll bring to the team:
· Specializes in the production of screening and diagnostic mammograms for the detection of breast tumors. Prepares patients for the mammographic procedures.
· Explains procedures to the patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
· Moves mammographic equipment to specific positions and adjusts controls to set exposure factors based on knowledge of radiographic exposure techniques and protocols.
· Practices radiation protection techniques by using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding skills.
· Follows prescribed safety standards in operating all required equipment.
· Selects length and intensity of radiation exposure by adjusting equipment on an individual basis.
· Examines radiographic film or digital images for image quality
The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
· Current certification with the ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) OR MQSA (Mammography Quality Standards Act), OR State of Florida.
· ARRT OR MQSA and State of Florida license is required
· Completion of required mammographic procedures and initial training as required by MQSA and or State of Florida
· Current CPR certification
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