Mammography Technologist Senior - Atrius Health
About The Position
The Mammography Technologist Senior works under the guidance of a radiologist to perform mammography and advanced procedures that generate imaging information for patient diagnosis and treatment. Work must follow MQSA and state regulations, as well as health centers’ established policies and procedures. Advanced procedures may include stereotactic biopsies, breast ultrasound, and other mammography interventions under the guidance of a certified radiologist. The role operates imaging equipment safely and maintains ALARA standards while performing mammography and other radiological procedures. The position is part-time at Atrius Health’s Radiology – Mammography department in Weymouth, Massachusetts, scheduled for 32 hours per week: Wednesday and Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The technologist may be asked to cover other locations when urgent needs arise and to help train new mammographers.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate (e.g., GED, HiSET, or TASC Test) from an accredited institution or governmental unit.
- Graduation from an accredited radiography program.
- ARRT or ARDMS certification if performing breast ultrasound.
- Active mammography license in Massachusetts.
- At least 1 year of experience as a mammography technologist.
Nice To Haves
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS).
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), which may be required based on specialty.
- At least 1 year performing specified advanced procedures, such as stereotactic biopsy, needle localizations, or breast ultrasound.
- Knowledge of mammography equipment and MQSA and ACR regulations.
- Knowledge of electronic medical records (EMR), PACS, and associated imaging equipment.
- MQSA qualification in mammography to perform specified procedures such as stereotactic biopsy.
- Ability to learn and master new tasks and equipment related to breast image quality and safety.
- Ability to communicate effectively and work with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to complete mammography exams in a timely manner, including under stressful conditions.
Responsibilities
- Confirm appropriate clinical data, obtain patient history, and use the lowest possible dose to provide high-quality images for the interpreting radiologist.
- Support patients’ emotional and physical well-being and safety while maintaining strict patient confidentiality.
- Communicate effectively with patients and other members of the health care team.
- Recognize equipment problems and communicate them promptly to the Department Supervisor.
- Provide ongoing CEU documentation for each location worked to support licensure requirements.
- Maintain continuing education and continuing experience requirements established by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
- Cover other locations when urgent needs arise.
- Participate in training new mammographers.
- Perform mammography and advanced procedures under the guidance of a radiologist, in accordance with applicable regulations and policies.
- Operate equipment safely and maintain ALARA standards while performing mammography and other radiological procedures.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Incentive and recognition programs, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Equity stock purchase, subject to eligibility requirements.
- 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.
- $10,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
