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Summary/Objective - Functions as a delegated agent of the physician and practices under the supervision of a licensed practitioner. Uses independent, professional, ethical judgement, and critical thinking to safely perform diagnostic medical procedures. A fundamental approach to the safe use of diagnostic medical radiation is to apply elements of the As Low As Reasonably Achievable ( "ALARA ") Principle including the lowest output power and minimal exposures when acquiring the diagnostic imaging. Uses proper patient positioning, tools, devices, equipment adjustment and ergonomically correct techniques to promote patient comfort and prevent compromised data acquisition or musculoskeletal injury to the mammography technologist.
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