Mass General Brigham

Mammography Technologist

Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate's Degree in a related field preferred.
  • Radiologic Technologist license from Massachusetts Department of Public Health required.
  • American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification preferred, R.T.(M) for Mammography.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred.
  • 0-3 years of relevant experience required.

Responsibilities

  • Operate mammographic equipment for screening and diagnostic procedures.
  • Position patients and utilize immobilization techniques when necessary.
  • Select exposure modes to ensure correct image quality.
  • Evaluate and obtain additional images if necessary for diagnostics.
  • Prepare medical supplies following aseptic techniques when applicable.
  • Explain procedures clearly to patients.

Benefits

  • Generous sign-on bonus of $20,000 available.
  • Comprehensive benefits package offered.
  • Opportunities for career advancement.
  • Weekly scheduled hours of 40, maintaining a regular work shift.
  • Recognition programs to celebrate team contributions.
Full Job Description
Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

We're offering a generous sign-on bonus ($20,000) to welcome you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process.

The pay rate for an entry-level Mammography Technologist at Brigham and Women's Hospital is: $42.29/hr.

Job Summary
Responsible for performing a variety of technical activities associated with the performance of screening and diagnostic mammography procedures

Qualifications

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.


Education
  • Certificate & High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Associate's Degree Related Field of Study preferred


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


Licenses and Credentials
  • Radiologic Technologist [MA DPH] required
  • Registered Technologist [R.T.(ARRT)] - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) preferred
  • Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] preferred
  • Mammography [R.T.(M)(ARRT)] - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) preferred


Experience
  • Experience in accordance with state, federal, and regulatory agencies' rules and regulations 0-3 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

850 Boylston Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range
$31.98 - $47.85/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.

About Mass General Brigham

Mass General Brigham is an integrated healthcare system that offers patients a continuum of coordinated high-quality care. The system includes primary care and specialty physicians, community hospitals, the two founding academic medical centers, specialty facilities, community health centers, and other health-related entities. Mass General Brigham was founded in 1994 by Brigham and Women's Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital.

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