Mammography Tech, Per Diem

Baystate Health, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality and safety, and home to Baystate Franklin Medical Center is looking for a Per Diem Mammography Tech to join our Imaging team in Greenfield, MA ! Baystate Franklin Medical Center is an 89-bed community hospital in Greenfield, MA. Rooted in a rich tradition of service and accountability to the people of Franklin County, North Quabbin, and surrounding communities, BFMC services include emergency, surgery, cancer, heart and vascular, obstetrics, and more. More than 200 physicians on active and courtesy staff More than 24,000 Emergency Department visits annually More than 400 babies delivered each year in The Birthplace - a progressive, midwife-driven service. Training site for the Family Medicine residency, and for residents in emergency medicine, surgery, and obstetrics programs based at Baystate Medical Center Franklin Medical Center joined Baystate Health in 1986 Rooted in a rich tradition of 125 years of service and accountability, our highly skilled team is committed to advancing care with our state-of-the art facilities and technology. Baystate Franklin houses a $26 million surgical center and the talented surgical teams of the Baystate Health network. Our spacious pre-surgery, recovery, and family waiting areas offer privacy and comfort with natural light, healing gardens, and other amenities. Our multidisciplinary approach gives you access to specialists from across the Baystate Health system, offering comprehensive and collaborative medical treatments close to home. SCHEDULE: Per Diem LOCATION : Baystate Franklin Medical Center Greenfield, MA Onsite parking THE ADVANTAGES OF WORKING WITH BAYSTATE! Excellent Compensation High-quality, low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance Generous PTO - up to 25 days in the first year, with scheduled earned increases Continuing education support and reimbursement First Time Home Buyers Financial Packages Farm Share Memberships 403b retirement company match & annual company contribution increase based on years of service. Free money coach advice from a certified professional Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health. Pet, home, auto and personal insurance Life insurance Reimbursement for a variety of wellbeing activities, included but limited to gym membership and equipment, personal trainer, massage and so much more! Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health. Onsite parking Baystate Health, western Massachusetts' only academic center and tertiary care provider has a long and proud tradition of continuous learning and improvement. We educate and train hundreds of healthcare workers every year and advance knowledge about new approaches to care. At Baystate Health we know that treating one another with dignity and equity is what elevates respect for our patients and staff. We are committed to increasing diverse representation across our organization. Together our inspired and compassionate teams manage the whole health needs of all communities in need. QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of 200 mammograms to meet FDA requirements. Graduate of an accredited Radiological Sciences Program or equivalent. Associates Degree in Radiological Sciences. We strive to be the place where we can help you build the career you deserve - apply today - YOU belong at Baystate! OUR COMPENSATION PHILOSOPHY: We offer competitive total compensation that includes pay, benefits, and other recognition programs for our employees. The base pay range shown above considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including knowledge/skills; relevant experience and training; education/certifications/licensure; and other business and organizational factors. This base pay range does not include our comprehensive benefits package and any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role. For more information, please visit us online at: or interact with us socially at /BaystateCareers or on Twitter @BaystateCareers All correspondence can be directed to: Cole Courtemanche, Healthcare Recruiter Summary: Incumbent is required to adhere to system and department compliance policies and any applicable laws and regulations. Job specifications and related duties are subject to change based on departmental requirements and medical advancements in treatment modalities. Incumbent is expected to perform other similar and related duties as assigned. Under the supervision of the Radiologist and according to established policies and procedures, operates mammography equipment as required, to obtain mammography films according to Radiologist specifications. Technologist will assist the Radiologist in a wide range of sterile procedures. Responsible for the care and treatment of patients, which may use mammography services, to include adolescent, adult and geriatric. Perform imaging studies as described for a clinical mammography technologist. Assist with clerical functions and basic nursing skills as needed. Maintains a positive customer service attitude, adheres to the Baystate Operating Principles and functions as a team player. Job Responsibilities: 1) Ensures proper identification of all patients according to established policy and procedure. Reviews authorization/order form for patient history and exam to be performed. Validates ordered exam(s) with ordering physician and/ or radiologist if questionable exam is ordered in comparison to historical exam(s) and/or patient history. Communicates clearly explaining the nature of procedure in laymen's terms. 2) Understands and operates the Radiology, Mammography information system as it applies to job functions. Maintains knowledge of operator's manual and manufacture's recommendations for safe operation of mammography, stereotactic and ultrasound unit, film processing equipment and CAD. Practices radiation safety according to policy and procedure. 3) Performs functions as a clinical mammography technologist, including positioning, compression, exposure, film labeling, film processing and computer assisted detection. Images specimen(s) as required post procedure. Reviews diagnostic images with radiologist to ensure exam is complete. Prepares films for final interpretation in radiology reading room, as needed. 4) Acts as a liaison with hospital personnel to ensure, timely coordinated services. Responsible for maintaining patient confidentiality. 5) Interventional Procedures: Assists radiologist in a wide range of sterile procedures including Stereotactic Breast biopsy, Ultrasound, Ultrasound Core biopsy, Needle Localization wire, Ductogram, Cyst aspiration, Fine Needle aspiration. Responsible for paperwork including documentation of specimen(s) for pathology review. Technologist will ensure transport of specimen(s) to courier pick up and/or pathology department. Reviews instructions for discharge and follow up with patient, if applicable. 6) Quality Control: Responsible for quality control of mammography units, ultrasound, biopsy equipment, film processing and cad according to MQSA as supported by the FDA. 7) Participates in department quality assurance activities. 8) Assists in maintaining stock room inventory. Required Work Experience: 1) Minimum of 200 mammograms to meet FDA requirements 2 ) Graduate of an accredited Radiological Sciences Program or equivalent. Associates Degree in Radiological Sciences. Preferred Work Experience: 1) 2 years in mammography, interventional procedures and quality control. Skills and Competencies: 1) Meets min ARRT requirements for Mammo credits of 15, specific to Mammo every 3 years and 12 total every year You Belong At Baystate At Baystate Health we know that treating one another with dignity and equity is what elevates respect for our patients and staff. It makes us not just an organization, but also a community where you belong. It is how we advance the care and enhance the lives of all people. DIVERSE TEAMS. DIVERSE PATIENTS. DIVERSE LOCATIONS. Education: Associates of Science: Radiological Science (Required) Certifications: (DNU) Heart Saver CPR - Other, Mammography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologist, Radiologic Technologist - State of Massachusetts Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. Please be aware that after the upgrade, you will need to change any bookmarks you have to this External Career Site and your Candidate Account Login Page. Please also note that workflow emails received prior to the upgrade on 8/3/2024 contain links that will no longer work. Please plan to log into your account directly to monitor your application activity and tasks. Ab out Baystate Health Baystate Health (BH) is one of New England's leading and largest integrated health care organizations, serving a population of nearly one million people throughout western New England. With roots dating back to the founding of Springfield City Hospital in 1873, Baystate Health has been providing high-quality and compassionate health care in western Massachusetts for more than 145 years. With more than 12,000 employees, a medical staff of nearly 3,100 physicians, and a net patient service revenue of more than $1.4 billion, the ever-growing health system includes five Massachusetts hospitals and the Baystate Mary Lane Outpatient Center in Ware: Baystate Medical Center in Springfield Baystate Children's Hospital (located at Baystate Medical Center) Baystate Franklin Medical Center in Greenfield Baystate Wing Hospital in Palmer Baystate Noble Hospital in Westfield

Created: 2024-10-19