Full Job Description
The Lead Mammography Technologist is an advanced technical position which provides clinical expertise and education to the Mammography department This position is mainly 90-100% clinical and provides oversight for the department. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
• Performs Radiography and Mammography examinations on identified patients according to department and procedures and protocols by positioning patients, preparing contrast medias, selecting anatomic and technical parameters accurately, and selecting the correct exposure factors utilizing the assessment of patient age, pathology and diagnosis to produce reliable and informational data.
• Ensures optimal technical quality and accuracy of all mammographic examinations according to MQSA (Mammography Quality Standards Act), the American College of Radiology (ACR), and FDA quality control requirements.
Qualifications:
Education:
• Graduate of an accredited Radiography program
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
• State of Connecticut Radiographer license
• ARRT certification in Radiography
Experience:
• At least two (2) years Mammography experience required
• Previous lead/Supervisory experience preferred
