Mammography Technologist

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Danvers (MA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health seeks a Radiologic Technologist to perform 2D and 3D mammography exams, ensuring high-quality imaging with ALARA principles. You will document patient histories in Epic and participate in QC activities, while meeting licensure requirements and contributing to patient care.

Off-site coverage and flexibility to work at other sites are noted; the role emphasizes accuracy in labeling and image quality, with a focus on patient safety and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Two year AMA accredited School of Radiologic Technology.
• ARRT (R) and (M) licensure by MA Department of Public Health (Radiation Control).
• Minimum 6 months hospital clinical internship/experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs 2D and 3D mammography exams (screening & diagnostic).
• Documents patient information in Epic EHR and breast cancer risk assessment.
• Maintains ALARA principles to minimize radiation exposure.
• Ensures high-quality Mammography with low repeat rate (<5%).
• Labels images with patient data and technologist initials accurately.
• Performs quality control per ACR standards.
• Willing to work off-sites and cover at other sites as needed.

Skills

Radiologic equipment

Computer skills

Education

AMA accredited Radiologic Technology program

Tools

Digital radiography equipment

Stereotactic equipment

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you’re not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.

Under the supervision of the Lead Technologist, performs 2D and 3D screening and diagnostic mammography exams using ionizing radiation for use in the detection and treatment of breast tumors. Monitors and maintains essential patient care and safety including practicing ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable). Flexibility to work overtime/cover at other sites as needed.

Job Description:

Essential Duties & Responsibilities including but not limited to:

1. Performs screening and diagnostic 2D and 3D mammography exams using ionizing radiation for use in the diagnosis and treatment of breast tumors.

2. Obtains and documents necessary patient information and history using the Epic electronic health record (EHR) and breast cancer risk assessment module

3. Performs high quality Mammography exams ensuring a repeat rate of less than 5% of all completed exams

4. Begins and completes exams within the Epic EHR with 100% accuracy, 100% of the time.

5. Labels all images with correct patient information and technologist’s initials with 100% accuracy 100% of the time.

6. Reviews exams for quality; recognizes artifacts, motion and correct positioning

7. Responsible for participating with the Operation’s Manager in the QC process for department, utilizing ACR standards

8. Applies the lowest dose of ionizing radiation that is reasonably achievable, known as ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable), required to produce clear images

9. Readily and willingly contributes to team approach to provide optimal quality care for patients

10. Readily works off-sites as needed

11. Incorporates Lahey Clinic Guiding Principles and Mission Statement into daily activities

12. Complies with all Lahey Clinic Policies

13. Complies with behavioral expectations of the department.

14. Maintains courteous and effective interactions with colleagues and patients

15. Demonstrates an understanding of job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment

16. Demonstrates a commitment toward meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adheres to our Customer service standards

17. Participates in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities

18. Participates in and successfully completes Mandatory Education19. Performs other duties in support of the organization as required or directed

Other Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Transport

2. Off-sites

3. Orienting new staff

Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Two year AMA accredited School of Radiologic Technology

Licensure, Certification, Registration: ARRT (R) (M) Registered and licensed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Public Health: Radiation Control Program in the specialties in which the technologist practices. Maintains licensure on a biannual basis, maintains CEUS specific to the specialty in which the technologist practices.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: Candidate must be proficient in the use Radiologic equipment including Digital and stereotactic equipment or in the absence of this skill must have the ability to be trained to a level of competency. Minimal computer skills required.

Experience: A minimum of 6 months of experience with Clinical internship program in a hospital setting is required.

Pay Range:

$46.00 - $68.35

The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geographyof work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients’ lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled