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Performs imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Competently performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes. Rotates between two specialties.

This position works days with one 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. shift a week.  Rotates to multiple outpatient locations.
Responsibilities:

Perform and analyze bone density measurements utilizing bone densitometer and prepare test results for physician interpretation. Perform correlative breast examinations and document scars, moles and pertinent findings. Discuss the importance for the need to have a clinical breast examination performed by a qualified health care provider annually. Perform mammography procedures in a technically proficient manner including proper application of breast compression, positioning and a variety of special mammography views to maximize the diagnostic quality of the examination. Performs breast ultrasounds per direction of the radiologist and documents findings for the purpose of making a diagnosis. Prepare patient for mammography, ultrasound, or bone densitometry procedure and tend to the physical safety and comfort of the patient. Instruct patients, explaining procedures, to allay their anxiety and solicit cooperation. Performs equipment quality control procedures utilizing radioactive sources and evaluates results to assure equipment performance is within acceptable standards. If required by this department, must demonstrate proper technique in venipuncture; demonstrates proper use of power injectors according to set protocols set by department and/or manufacturer. May be required to administer PO, and IV contrast per physician orders/department policy and assess patients for potential risk factors prior to the administration of the contrast media required for the imaging procedure.