321104 - Mammography technologist

Performs a mammography exam, uses a small dose of X-rays, creates an x-ray image, performs mammography exams and care procedures, ensures cleanliness and order of the workplace and devices, complies with safety and hygiene rules.

Main activities

* collect patient's anamnesis and health history;
* prepare patients for mammographic examination, provide necessary information and answers questions;
* perform a mammographic examination, evaluate the quality and significance of the information obtained;
* provide the results of the examination in a timely manner and records the information obtained;
* ensure the cleanliness and order of the workplace and devices, comply with safety and hygiene rules.

Characteristic competences

* apply medical terminology and explain it to patients;
* use medical equipment and devices;
* perform a medical examination and process the collected data;
* organize work;
* comply with rules and procedures.