Mammographer

Brigham and Women's Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 129,714,816 - 137,109,772; Full time

Job summary

Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston is seeking a Mammography Radiologic Technologist to perform screening and diagnostic mammography procedures.

You will operate mammographic equipment, position patients, ensure image quality, and maintain aseptic technique while communicating with patients and applying safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required; Associate's Degree in a related field preferred
• 2-3 years of experience required
• Licensure/credentials in radiologic technology preferred (ARRT, BLS, Mammography)

Responsibilities

• Operates mammographic equipment and related devices.
• Positions patients and uses immobilization as needed.
• Selects exposure factors and imaging modes for quality results.
• Evaluates images for diagnostic quality and requests additional views if needed.
• Prepares and sets up supplies using aseptic technique when applicable.
• Explains procedures to patients and ensures comfort and safety throughout the exam.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Organizational skills

Time management

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; Associate's degree preferred

Job description

Site

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

Company Overview

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Responsible for performing a variety of technical activities associated with the performance of screening and diagnostic mammography procedures.

Does this position require Patient Care?

Yes

Essential Functions

• Performs a variety of tasks involving the operation of mammographic equipment and other equipment/devices as appropriate.
• Positions patients and uses immobilization if necessary.
• Selects proper mode to produce correct exposure factors.
• Evaluates images for diagnostic quality, obtaining additional images as needed.
• Prepares and sets up medical supplies using aseptic techniques if appropriate.
• Explains procedures to patients.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required and Associate's Degree Related Field of Study preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

• No

Licenses and Credentials

• Radiologic Technologist [MA] preferred
• Registered Technologist [R.T.(ARRT)] - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) preferred
• Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] preferred
• Mammography [R.T.(M)(ARRT)] - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) preferred

Experience

• Experience in accordance with state, federal, and regulatory agencies' rules and regulations 2-3 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Needs to be able to recognize needs and behaviors of a variety of age groups of patients treated, understand the differences in female growth and development, and look for signs of normal aging, degree of understanding, and physical limitations related to age.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

45 Francis Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$45.25 - $47.85/Hourly

Grade

5

EEO Statement

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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