Mammography Intern

Location: Amherst-MA, United States of America

Site: Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Inc.

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Job Summary

Summary

The Mammography Technologist Intern is responsible for performing high quality mammography and diagnostic procedures under the supervision of a certified, licensed Mammography Technologist.

This position is part of the 1199SEIU Bargaining Unit at Cooley Dickinson Hospital.

This position reports to the Mammography Supervisor and operates within established organizational and departmental policies and procedures.

Does this position require Patient Care?

Yes

Essential Functions

-Must be able to effectively interact appropriately to an individual’s intellectual level and physical ability with adult patients.

-Document all registry required training.

-Perform all mammography procedures concisely and thoroughly under the supervision of a Certified Mammography technologist.

-Utilize all mammography equipment, performing quality control functions under the supervision of a Certified Mammography Technologist.

-Perform staff technologist functions and assignments, rotating through all functional areas.

-Assist in setting up and performing wire localization and stereotactic biopsy procedures and assist radiologists as required.

-Report malfunctions, hazards, and other incidents as appropriate to supervisor.

-Address patient’s questions and respond to patient’s needs.

-Advise and communicate patient concerns to Radiologist reviewing images.

-Maintain patient confidentiality.

-Utilize radiology information system according to departmental procedures.

-Assist with and perform Bone Density exams.

-Maintain established hospital and departmental policies and procedures, objectives, confidentiality, quality improvement program, compliance, safety, infection control, and environmental standards.

-Maintain professional growth and development through attendance at seminars, workshops, conferences or in-services, professional affiliations, or journals to stay abreast of current trends in field of expertise.

-Meet annual competency and retraining requirements.

-Attend meetings as required.

Qualifications

Education

Associate's Degree Radiology required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Credentials

Radiologic Technologist [State License] - Generic - HR Only required

Experience

One (1) to three (3) years of diagnostic radiology experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Candidates must obtain at least 16 hours of structured education credits in Mammography, as well as at least 8 hours of training in each modality of Mammography used.
• At least 1 CE credit or its equivalent in each content area of the Mammography registry is required.
• Candidates must meet registry requirements and be certified as a Mammography Technologist within twelve (12) months of hire or the position will be forfeited.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills required; demonstrated excellent telephone etiquette required.
• Knowledge of all diagnostic procedures and radiographic equipment required.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

Standing Frequently (34-66%)

Walking Frequently (34-66%)

Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)

Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)

Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs

Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)

Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)

Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)

Balancing Frequently (34-66%)

Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)

Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)

Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)

Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)

Reaching Frequently (34-66%)

Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)

Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)

Feeling Constantly (67-100%)

Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)

Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)

Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)

Talking Constantly (67-100%)

Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

170 University Drive

Scheduled Weekly Hours

24

Employee Type

Fixed Term

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$36.78 - $51.14/Hourly

Grade

SC3C51B

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EEO Statement

1910 Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to pa