Mammography Tech

Steward Medical Group at Hawthorn Medical Associates is looking for an enthusiastic, experienced Mammography Technologist.

The successful candidate will :

• Operate Mammography equipment to obtain diagnostic images and in doing so, ensures the patient is properly prepared, obtains a relevant patient history and assures proper positioning.
• Perform all aspects of breast imaging including Mammography, Ultrasound assistance, cyst aspiration, core biopsies and the handling and routing of all breast specimens.
• Calculate and select proper technical factors allowing for the lowest permissible dose to produce the best quality film.

Process film with accurate patient identification and appropriate markers.

• Explain the exam to the patient taking into consideration the physical and emotional needs of the patient while maintaining ethical standards, including but not limited to, patient confidentiality, professional conduct and patients' physical privacy.
• Must be knowledgeable and able to work within the regulations mandated by the State of

Massachusetts regarding Mammography, in addition to the MQSA and ACR regulations.

Utilize aseptic sterile techniques as necessary for any invasive procedures. Able to assist the Radiologist or Physician during any such procedures.

Maintains all supplies needed for these procedures in a clean and organized manner.

• Maintain effective working relations and communication with departmental and other Hawthorn Medical personnel as well as various community interactions as appropriate to the position.
• Be knowledgeable in the operation of all equipment used during the workday, including imaging equipment, film processors and systems necessary to check appointments and patient reports.
• Execute paperwork as necessary for each patient exam, including but not limited to CPT codes and checking all Physician order sheets prior to the patient exam.
• Remain current on developments and trends in imaging techniques, procedures, and equipment.

Qualifications :

• Graduate of an approved formal program in Radiologic Technology.
• ARRT Certification (Radiography)
• ARRT Certification (Mammography)
• Possess a valid Massachusetts License as a Radiologic Technologist (Radiography), (Mammography)
• CPR Certification

We offer you :

• Vacation, holiday and sick time
• Medical, dental, vision and other elective insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401K with company contribution
• Supportive culture and professional development
• Internal growth opportunities

Hawthorn Medical Associates, an affiliate of Steward Health Care, was established in 1970 and is the largest multi-specialty group practice in the Greater New Bedford area.

We have many of the area’s finest physicians who practice in our state-of-the-art facilities in a campus-like setting. They are supported by a skilled professional and support staff and together provide high quality, comprehensive medical care to more than 138,000 patients each year.

About Steward Health Care

Over a decade ago, Steward Health Care System emerged as a different kind of health care company designed to usher in a new era of wellness.

One that provides our patients better, more proactive care at a sustainable cost, our providers unrivaled coordination of care, and our communities greater prosperity and stability.

As the country's largest physician-led, minority-owned, integrated health care system, our doctors can be certain that we share their interests and those of their patients.

Together we are on a mission to revolutionize the way health care is delivered - creating healthier lives, thriving communities and a better world.

Based in Dallas, Steward currently operates more than 30 hospitals across Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Texas.