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　　DepartmentDH RADIOLOGY MAMMOGRAPHY PAV L

　　Job Summary

　　As one primary component of this job, and under the direction of aradiologist, performs screening and diagnostic mammograms at a technicallevel not requiring constant supervision. Performs a variety of technicalimaging procedures that entail application of ionizing radiation;therefore, prudent judgment, strong technical skills, and a commitmentto patient safety are considered requisite professional characteristics forindividuals assuming the position as a mammography technologist. Anothersecondary component of this job involves assisting the radiologist inperforming interventional breast procedures and breast ultrasound examinationsin order to contribute to a diagnosis.

　　Essential Functions:Performs screening and diagnostic mammograms following appropriate assessmentby clinicians. (50%)Performs breast ultrasound procedures in a timely manner according tophysicians' order, established protocols, and/or specific radiologistdirection. (5%)Effectively interacts with Denver Health's PACS system through compliancewith data entry, image post-processing, image archiving tasks, imagequality assurance, and other related user interface activities. (5%)Assists radiologists during interventional procedures, (breast biopsies,needle localizations). Such assistance may include procedures preparation,post-procedural patient care to include, but not limited to, breastcompression, retrieval of ice, and delivery of biopsy specimen tolaboratory. (Maintains records of examinations and other pertinent information on patientswithin Epic. (5%)Performs QC/QA processes daily on digital equipment. Phantom image test mustbe performed weekly. (5%)Assembles order requisition, patient history sheet, and comparison films(when relevant) for radiologists' review within 30 minutes of completionof exam. (5%)Performs duties related to the management of pathology results that include:printing and copying of pathology reports; verifying if patients arescheduled properly; and entering of pathology results into the computersystem. Any or all of the following activities may be required each week asdirected by supervisor and/or radiologist(s).* Print written pathology reports from previous week's patients' biopsies.* Refer abnormal results to surgical breast clinic for an appointment.* Education patients of their scheduled procedures.* Meet with patients to discuss biopsy results.* Assist with preparation for breast conference.* Update the procedure book with pathology results.* Check status of patients waiting for biopsies and document.* Notify PCP about patient's status.* Check status of patients needing additional views and document.* Enter pathology results into Epic.* Notify care providers of patient's pathology results.* Remind radiologist to addend his/her interpretation by providing theradiologist a copy of the written pathology report.(5%)Uses Epic to schedule breast diagnostic studies. (5%)Assists in the maintenance of department inventory by ordering, stocking,and performing inventory checks on those medical supplies utilized whenperforming general radiographic examinations. (5%)Maintains a clean and orderly working environment through wiping downexamination tables, changing linens, stocking supplies, andwashing/disinfecting general radiographic equipment. (5%)

　　Education:Associate's Degree (Required)Completion of a 2 year radiologic technology program approved by the AmericanRegistry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

　　Work Experience:1 year of professional work experience required in performing breast screeningand diagnostic procedures Required

　　Licenses:BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - American Heart Association Required andRTM-RT Mammography - ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic TechnologistsRequired.

　　Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge in how to operate digital mammography equipment and relatedtechnology.Competency in the performance of screening and diagnostic mammograms.Knowledge of how to address age-specific care needs of patients.Effective interpersonal skill sets that lead to productive communications andcollaborations.Competency in interpreting physician order requests for screening/diagnosticmammograms as well as interventional breast procedures and breast ultrasoundimaging.Ability to exercise prudent judgment in selecting and configuring equipmentsettings to compensate for patient physiologic variances.