Breast Imaging Tech II - Per Diem

Beth Israel Lahey Health • Lexington, MA

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About The Position

In a dynamic Diagnostic and Screening Breast Imaging Center, performs digital screening, diagnostic mammography and breast procedures as assigned. Involves extensive interaction with staff, patients, and referring clinicians.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required.
• License American Registry of Rad Tech required.
• Registration RAML-Mammography required.
• Certificate 1 Basic Life Support required.
• 1-3 years related work experience required.
• New hires will have 30 days to provide BLS certification. Certification has to be with the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle and prioritize multiple, competing tasks and demands.
• Experience with computer systems required, including web based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access.

Responsibilities

• Follows departmental guidelines and protocols in performance of digital screening and diagnostic mammography to include mammography guided needle localizations.
• Adheres to State and Federal regulations with regard to radiation safety.
• Maintains and complete records relative to the examination performed.
• Collaborates with other staff to respond to changes in operational flow that affects patient care by adapting own pace and schedule.
• Communicates with patients and physicians to expedite patients through the department, including accommodating patients who present with acute clinical indications.
• Monitors equipment performance and performs preventative maintenance as required.
• Advises supervisor or clinical manager of observed equipment malfunction or imaging accessories needing repair or removal from service.
• Mentors any student radiographer/ on boarding mammography technologists assigned to them and evaluates progress through established forms of documentation.
• In absence of supervisor is responsible for making decisions based on established protocols that would ensure continuity of patient care while in the Breast Imaging department.
• May be required to assist or find appropriate assistance to make accommodations for disabled individuals in order to ensure access to the Medical Center's services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED