• A few minutes before your shift, check to see that the waiting area is tidy and that there is sufficient linen (gowns, house coats, washcloths, etc.). 

• When a patient arrives and is registered, their requisition will print in the mammography area. The volunteer will remove the requisitions from the printer. 

• Greet the patient when they arrive in the mammography area 

• The volunteer will place the film bag and requisition in the designated location. 

• Instruct/assist the patient re: getting changed and washing off deodorant, talcum or lotion explaining why this is necessary, and wearing the patient gown. 

 • Feel free to answer patient questions that you feel comfortable with, referring to the fact sheet. If you are uncomfortable with any questions please refer them to the technologist. 

• Ensure the change room is checked after each patient and place used linen in the laundry hamper. 

 • Assist with administrative duties as required. 

•Direct patient to BMD and ultrasound as needed.

 • Get biopsy chair from hall and bring into Mammography area as needed. 

• Take patients to pre-op or OR when requested by Tech.