Mammography Technologist

We are representing a is a patient-centric practice. They offer a unique clinical based setting where hands-on patient care is practiced. Their high-risk patient population makes us a preferred referral site, resulting in a high-volume diagnostic schedule. Their devoted team of specialty trained technologists, MAs and a patient navigator work closely with you to provide continuous patient care from detection and diagnosis to surgical treatment.

This clinical group has been a leader in breast imaging for over 25 years. A quickly growing practice, they currently have five centers throughout the Greater Denver area. They offer comprehensive imaging services including 3-D mammography, breast and body ultrasound, breast and body MRI, breast and body intervention.

Responsibilities:

• Performs mammography and other breast imaging procedures and/or DXA exams.
• Performs and documents patient assessment / history related to procedures and provides patient care to meet patients’ physical and psychological needs. Records all patient, procedure, history and film information accurately.
• Assists radiologists to perform image-guided diagnostic and interventional procedures (e.g. stereotactic biopsy, needle localizations, galactograms, ultrasound guided procedures).
• Communicates with other caregivers to ensure quality, continuity and appropriateness of patient care.
• Provides patient and family education related to imaging procedures. Reviews hand-out material.
• Applies knowledge and principles of radiation protection to achieve radiation exposures ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) for patients, self and others.
• Applies knowledge and principles of Universal Precautions, aseptic and sterile techniques, to minimize exposure to / spread of infectious organisms.
• Required to dispose of biohazard waste according to OSHA standards. Practices OSHA safety standards.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of a school of Radiologic Technology, registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• Advanced practice Mammography certification required.
• Three years of mammography experience.
• Familiarity with ACR / FDA accreditation practices and regulations required.
• Ability to accurately position the patient for imaging according to ACR standards.
• Utilize techniques to physically manipulate and apply accessories to produce desired images.
• Ability to select technical factors and operate imaging equipment to produce quality diagnostic images.
• Use of beam restricting devices, patient