Essential Functions of a Mobile Mammo Tech
The mammography tech is responsible for detecting breast tissue abnormalities by completing mammographic imaging studies; and presenting them for diagnosis.

• Greets patients by confirming patient identification; reviewing imaging requests; checking for special instructions; and confirming anticipated service with patients.
• This is a mobile position.
• Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of imaging procedures; explaining equipment; and answering questions.
• Conducts mammography study by positioning breasts; adjusting compression mechanisms; instructing the patient to hold breath; retreating to lead protected area; adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors; activating equipment to take image; releasing compression mechanisms; preparing for next positioning and view.
• Minimizes radiation to patients and staff by practicing radiatio...