• Mammography Technologist -Trainee - Full Time

    Atrius Health (Chelmsford, MA)


    *Explore opportunities at Atrius Health*,part of the Optum family of businesses. We’re an innovative healthcare leader, delivering an effective system of connected care for adult and pediatric patients at 28 practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Our team of physicians, primary care providers and clinicians work with hospitals, community specialists and nursing facilities. Be part of our vision to transform care and improve lives by building trust, understanding and shared decision-making with every patient. Join us and discover the meaning behind*Caring. Connecting. Growing together.*

     

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    *SUMMARY*

     

    Under guidance of a radiologist and licensed mammographer, performs mammography exams in accordance with MQSA, state regulations, and with health centers’ established policies and procedures. Receives training on needed skills and performs documented, supervised exams to be eligible to sit for the ARRT Certification Exam in Mammography.

     

    Note: Incumbents hired as a*Mammography Technologist - Trainee*are required to become licensed in Massachusetts and fully credentialed to practice as a Mammography Technologist within 12 month from the date of hire. Failure to become licensed after one year may be grounds for termination of employment with Atrius Health.

    EDUCATION/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

    High School diploma or equivalency certificate (e.g. GED, HiSET, TASC Test) from an accredited institution or governmental unit required. Graduate of an accredited radiography program. Must be licensed in Radiography for a minimum of one year. Continuing education and continuing experience requirements as defined by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) must be maintained. American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty.

     

    * **EXPERIENCE*

     

    Must be registered by the ARRT in Radiography

     

    Experience as a radiologic technologist preferred.

     

    * **SKILLS*

     

    General knowledge of healthcare delivery services. Ability to learn and master new tasks related to Image Quality and Safety including knowledge of Mammography equipment and MQSA and ACR regulations. Ability to communicate effectively and work with people of various diverse backgrounds. Ability to complete Mammography exams in a timely manner even under stressful condition. Knowledge of PACS and associated equipment.

     

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    Atrius Health is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, color, sex, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation and gender identity and/or expression, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

     

    *BENEFITS INCLUDE:*

    * Up to 8% company retirement contribution

    * Generous Paid Time Off

    * 10 paid holidays

    * Paid professional development

    * Generous health and welfare benefit package

    **Job:** **Imaging/Radiology Services*

    **Organization:** **Imaging*

    **Title:** *Mammography Technologist -Trainee – Full Time – Chelmsford *

    **Location:** *Chelmsford MA*

    **Requisition ID:** *125925*