Mammography Technologist

• Greet with eye contact and share a smile.
• Create a tone of friendliness and warmth in conversations with patients, peers, and associates.
• Respectfully interact with patients, peers, and associates at their pace and level.
• Take time to listen to and understand others.
• Demonstrate patience and compassion when interacting with patients, peers, and associates.
• Act on opportunities to go above and beyond.

• Do what you say you will do.
• Anticipate and prevent potential problems.
• Be responsible and efficient with Great Lakes resources (time, scheduling, property, equipment, etc.).
• Follow up on inquiries promptly and accurately.
• Take personal responsibility for your work area and the quality of your work.
• Communicate clearly, respectfully, and in a timely manner.

• Speak positively about Great Lakes, team members, and patients.
• Demonstrate respect and attentiveness to team members when communicating.
• Recognize and share successes of the Great Lakes Way in action.
• Proactively offer to help others.
• Be flexible and embrace change with a positive attitude.
• Contribute to a fun, energetic, and positive work environment.
• Practice blameless problem solving, assuming the positive intentions of others.

• Share information, knowledge, and expertise.
• Be relentless about acting on opportunities to learn and improve.
• Ask for, accept, and use feedback.
• Look for and act on opportunities for continuous improvement.

• Operate mammography unit to produce images of the breasts for diagnostic purposes under direction of the Physician
• Pre-screen patients to include taking patient history and vitals.
• Provide a clear and thorough explanation of procedures to patients.
• Ensure outside images are obtained prior to the study and coordinates the report addendum from the Radiologist once images arrive.
• Document patient history and forward it to the Radiologist.
• Position patients and immobilize areas of interest in the unit and place markers where appropriate.
• Monitor patients throughout the exam to ensure patient safety and comfort.
• Critique images before being sent to the Radiologist.
• Coordinate any additional studies needed to obtain a thorough and complete exam.
• Call patients with results when necessary.
• Collect samples for patient genetic testing and schedule office visits when needed.
• Perform Stereotactic biopsies.
• Assist with ultrasound guided biopsies.
• Observe radiation safety procedures to safeguard against overexposure of patients and personnel to radiation.
• Respond to patient concerns in a timely and professional manner.
• Disinfect mammography machine and exam room after each patient.
• Maintain, monitor and restock various medical supplies as needed.
• Perform quality assurance in accordance with FDA and MQSA guidelines.
• Perform Bone Density exams.
• Attend all required staff meetings, training seminars and other designated meetings.
• Overtime may be required, as needed.
• Other duties as assigned

• Ability to perform each duty as listed above.
• Strong computer skills including use of information systems and Google based programs.
• Problem solving skills
• Strong oral communication skills including both phone and in person.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Experience in radiology or medical terminology preferred
• Reasonable accommodations may be required to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Associates degree or higher preferred or equivalent experience
• Have and maintain ARRT and NYS licensing requirements including continuing education credits.
• CPR certification
• Knowledge of applicable patient positioning and technique for modality.
• 2 years of previous experience preferred.

• May be asked to lift up to 35 pounds
• Standing, walking, sitting, keyboard use for long periods of time
• Ability to listen and communicate with patients face to face or over the phone
• Will be required to read, write, work in a fast-paced office setting
• Ability to make decisions and think quickly
• Must have mental and physical capabilities to perform all tasks listed above

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