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Mammography Technologist

Brigham and Women's Hospital

Role overview

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent required
  • Associate's Degree Related Field of Study preferred
  • Radiologic Technologist and Technician [State License]
  • Registered Technologist [R.T.(ARRT)] - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) preferred

Responsibilities

  • Performs a variety of tasks involving the operation of mammographic equipment
  • Positions patients and uses immobilization if necessary
  • Evaluates images for diagnostic quality, obtaining additional images as needed
  • Explains procedures to patients

Key facts

Hard skills

Mammography Radiology Basic Patient Care Medical Imaging Equipment Design Image Analysis

Other skills

  • Customer Service
  • Communication
  • Social Skills
  • Organizational Skills
  • Time Management

About the company

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Brigham and Women's Hospital

Hospitals & Health Care

Boston's Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH) is an international leader in virtually every area of medicine and has been the site of pioneering breakthroughs that have improved lives around the world. A major teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School, BWH has a legacy of excellence that continues to grow. With two outstanding hospitals, over 150 outpatient practices, and over 1,200 physicians, we serve patients from New England, throughout the United States, and from 120 countries around the world. The BWH name is a reflection of our history. In 1980 three of Boston’s oldest and most prestigious Harvard Medical School teaching hospitals - the Peter Bent Brigham Hospital, the Robert Breck Brigham Hospital, and the Boston Hospital for Women – merged to form Brigham and Women’s Hospital. As a national leader in improving health care quality and safety, we have helped to develop some of the industry’s best practices including computerized physician order entry (CPOE) to prevent medication errors. The CPOE is now a nationally-accepted safety practice. The BWH Biomedical Research Institute (BRI) is one of the most powerful biomedical research institutes in the world and the second largest recipient of National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding among independent hospitals in the United States. BWH has long had great success in research as measured by the number of important discoveries made, the size and scope of its research portfolio and the volume of publications annually. BWH is a training ground for physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals. We have 1,100 trainees in over 140 of the most sought after training programs in the world, and also host Harvard Medical School students in rotations throughout our programs. As our global health services expand, our clinical trainees have rich opportunities to contribute and learn in challenging environments around the world. Brigham and Women's Hospital is an EEO, AA, VEVRAA Employer.

Company details

IndustryHospitals & Health Care
Company size10001

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Job description

Site: North Shore Medical Center, Inc.


 

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

$20,000 Sign On bonus
Benefits Eligible on DAY ONE!
FREE PARKING!


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 and Technician [State License] Registered Technologist [R.T.(ARRT)] - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) preferred Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] -

Mammography [R.T.(M)(ARRT)] - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Radiologic Technologist and Technician [State License] - 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.

 

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

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

480 Lynnfield Street


 

Scheduled Weekly Hours

24


 

Employee Type

Regular


 

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)



 

Pay Range

$43.10 - $45.36/Hourly

 

 

Grade

5


 

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.


 

EEO Statement:

3200 North Shore Medical Center, 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.


 

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.

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