Mammographer

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.; Foxborough (MA); On-site; USD 121,178,000 - 162,153,000; Full time

Job summary

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Per Diem Mammographer to perform specialized breast examinations under supervision, aiding in diagnosis and treatment for women patients at Mass General Brigham facilities.

You will greet patients, take orders, conduct imaging, print discs, document services, and assist in training staff and students, ensuring quality in radiologic procedures and patient care.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Radiology is required.
• 1-2 years mammography experience preferred.
• ARRT certification preferred (Mammography) and MA state license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and prepare patients for procedures.
• Take verbal orders from physician.
• Perform therapeutic and diagnostic imaging studies.
• Prints film or burns CDs when warranted.
• Document patient mammogram services in charts.
• Assist in training new personnel and students.
• Instructs Radiologic Technology students in positioning and technique.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Supervision minimal

Specialized equipment

Problem solving

Adaptability

Sterile technique

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate's Degree Radiology

Job description

Job Summary

Per Diem Mammographer Under direct supervision, performs specialized examinations of the breast to help in the diagnosis and treatment of breast disease in women patients for our client facilities. May perform screening exams or diagnostic exams. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions

• Greet and prepare patients for their procedures.
• Take verbal orders from physician.
• Perform therapeutic and diagnostic studies on patients.
• Prints film or burns CDs if warranted.
• Matches with the appropriate paperwork for interpretation.
• Assist in quality improvement programs in the department.
• Assists in training new personnel in hospital and department procedures.
• Instructs Radiologic Technology students in the radiographic positioning, technique, and film critique.
• Documents patient mammogram services by completing patient record charting.

Qualifications

Education

Associate's Degree Radiology required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

• Radiologic Technologist [MA State License] required
• Registered Technologist [R.T.(ARRT)] - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) preferred
• Mammography [R.T.(M)(ARRT)] - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) preferred

Experience

• Mammography work experience 1-2 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to handle assignments under minimal supervision is essential.
• Familiarity with and ability to use specialized equipment.
• Strong interpersonal skills to place patients and family members at ease.
• Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
• Knowledge of sterile technique.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software.

Additional Job Details

• 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 20 Patriot Place
• Scheduled Weekly Hours 0
• Employee Type Per Diem
• Work Shift Day (United States of America)
• Pay Range $42.29 - $56.59/Hourly Grade 6

Compensation

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EEO Statement

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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