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Rad Tech II-Mammography, 32 Hours, Days

UMass Memorial Health, Shrewsbury, MA, United States


Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt
Hiring Range:

$39.30 - $63.15
Schedule Details:

Monday through Friday
Scheduled Hours:

32 hours, 8 hour shifts
Shift:

1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)
Hours:

32
Cost Center:

10010 - 3586 Hahnemann Mammography
Union:

SHARE (State Healthcare and Research Employees)
This position may have a signing bonus available; a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.
Job Responsibilities

Provides care for the psychological and physical needs of patients undergoing mammographic studies. Prepares patient for exams as required and ensures comfort and modesty at all times. Obtains and examines the requisition for mammography. Checks patient identification before any procedure is performed. Ensures patient questionnaire is properly completed according to department policy.
Performs a variety of tasks involving the operation of mammographic radiographic equipment and other equipment/devices as appropriate. Prepares and sets up medical supplies using aseptic techniques as appropriate.
Participates in transfer of patients if needed, positions and instructs patients regarding the procedure to obtain and effect the desired radiographic screening/diagnostic results as specified by the physician.
Follows all department established and appropriate policies and procedures as required. Makes changes and adjustments to techniques as required by observance of Radiologist, Supervisor and self‑improvement and initiative.
Calculates and selects proper technical factors based on patient size, physical condition and suspected pathology. Sets up equipment as necessary and uses proper technique and exposure factors. Selects equipment appropriate to the patient and the examination. Places radiopaque markers on image to document breast imaged and projection used. Positions patient and equipment to provide projections specified by department protocol or requisition form. Evaluates the images to assure proper identification and diagnostic quality. Checks equipment and accessories to ensure they are in proper operating condition.
Position Qualifications

ARRT certification in Radiology.
RTR licensure in Commonwealth Massachusetts.
Mammography certification.
BLS certification.
Maintaining all area‑specific CEUs for ARRT, DPH according to regulation.
Meeting all requirements of FDA/MQSA (Mammography Quality Standards Act) including the MQSA CE (continuing education) requirements.
Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions

Work is considered medium. Position requires work indoors in a patient care environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.

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