Mammographer, Per-diem

Mass General Brigham; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham seeks a per diem Radiologic Technologist with mammography expertise for our Waltham site. You will perform screening and diagnostic mammography, position patients, and evaluate images for diagnostic quality.

You will explain procedures and maintain patient comfort and safety in a fast-paced setting. The role requires a Certificate/Diploma in medical imaging, an active radiologic technologist license, ARRT registration, and BLS within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Certificate or Diploma in medical imaging is required or equivalent.
• State Radiologic Technologist license is required.
• ARRT registration is required.
• BLS certification required within 90 days.
• Experience in mammography is preferred within regulatory guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Operates mammography equipment and other related devices.
• Positions patients and uses immobilization as needed.
• Selects exposure factors and ensures image quality.
• Explains procedures to patients and maintains aseptic technique.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Time management

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Certificate/Diploma in medical imaging

Associate’s degree preferred

Tools

Mammography equipment

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

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

MGH Waltham per-diem
Saturday coverage needed

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
Certificate/Diploma in medical imaging required, Associate’s preferred

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

Licenses and Credentials
Radiologic Technologist [State License] - required

Registered Technologist [R.T.(ARRT)] - required

Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - required within 90 days

Mammography [R.T.(M)(ARRT)] - required within 1 year

Experience
Experience in accordance with state, federal, and regulatory agencies’ rules and regulations

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.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

52 Second Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Employee Type

Per Diem

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Pay Range

$47 - $50.25/Hourly

Grade

5

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EEO Statement:

1200 The General Hospital Corporation 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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