Per Diem Mammography Technologist – Flexible Schedule

Tufts Medicine; Melrose (MA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

Tufts Medicine is seeking a Mammography Technologist on a per diem basis, covering a 32-hour week across multiple locations, including Melrose Wakefield Breast Center and Lawrence Memorial Hospital. The role requires ARRT Mammography certification and an associate degree in radiology, with strong patient care and safety focus.

Responsibilities include performing mammography exams to MQSA standards, educating patients, maintaining equipment and supplies, and collaborating with radiology staff.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Radiology or related field.
• ARRT Radiologic Technologist certification.
• ARRT Mammography certification.
• Radiologic Technologist state license or license eligible.
• Two years of experience as a Mammography Technologist.
• Basic Life Support certification.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform mammography exams and procedures on patients as assigned according to policy and MQSA standards.
• Verify patient and procedure to be performed.
• Provide clear and accurate instructions to patients.
• Verify and perform correct imaging protocol, step, procedures, and scanner parameters for each patient.
• Ensure patient and staff safety for equipment used.
• May teach students and support new technologists.

Skills

Mammography

Radiology

Communication

Safety protocols

Patient care

Education

Associate degree in Radiology or related field

ARRT Radiologic Technologist certification

ARRT Mammography certification

Radiologic Technologist state license or license eligible

Job description

Tufts Medicine is seeking a Mammography Technologist on a per diem basis, covering a 32-hour week across multiple locations, including Melrose Wakefield Breast Center and Lawrence Memorial Hospital. The role requires ARRT Mammography certification and an associate degree in radiology, with strong patient care and safety focus.

Responsibilities include performing mammography exams to MQSA standards, educating patients, maintaining equipment and supplies, and collaborating with radiology staff.