Full-Time Mammography Tech

Advocate Health; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits beginning Day One

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Student Loan Forgiveness Assistance

Career growth opportunities

Supportive leadership

Job summary

Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville is seeking a Mammography Technologist for the First Shift (7:30 AM – 4:00 PM). You will perform screening and diagnostic mammograms, ensure MQSA compliance, and support patient-centered care.

Join a collaborative Breast Imaging team on a beautiful campus with benefits beginning day one and sign-on bonus eligibility.

Qualifications

• Graduate of AMA Approved Program in Radiologic Technology.
• 1-2 years experience as Radiologic Technologist or sonographer.
• 40 hours of specialized mammography training and CE.
• LICENSURE: ARRT Radiologic Technologist, BLS.

Responsibilities

• Performs screening and diagnostic mammograms and bone density testing per MQSA guidelines.
• Document images electronically and maintain patient records.
• Position breast to obtain standard and alternative views; adjust technique as needed.
• Ensure patient safety and radiation protection.
• Assist radiologist with advanced procedures (localizations, stereotactic biopsy).
• Prepare images for radiologist dictation and ensure proper PACs workflow.
• Coordinate with RIS/PenRad for patient history and requisitions.
• Maintain patient comfort, explain procedures, and answer questions.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Patient handling

Mammography positioning

Education

AMA Approved Radiologic Technology program

1-2 years radiologic technologist experience

Mammography training 40 hours

Tools

RIS

PenRadi

PACS

Job description

Mammo Tech| Advocate Condell Medical Center

Full Time First Shift: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Benefits Starting Day One

Sign on Bonus Eligible

Join our exceptional Breast Imaging team at Advocate Condell Medical Center, a beautiful campus located in the heart of Libertyville.

Why Join Condell?

As a Mammography Technologist at Condell, you'll play a vital role in providing high-quality breast imaging services in a supportive, patient-centered environment. This position offers the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients while working alongside a dedicated team committed to excellence in women's health.

What Sets Our Team Apart?

At Condell, we're more than coworkers. We're a family. Our engaged team of caregivers works seamlessly together to provide exceptional care while fostering a welcoming and collaborative environment. Supported by experienced leaders who are invested in your success, you'll find opportunities for growth, professional development, and meaningful connections with both patients and teammates.

Nestled on a beautiful campus in the heart of Libertyville, Condell offers the best of both worlds: advanced technology and a close-knit culture where every team member is valued.

Benefits & Perks

• Benefits beginning Day One
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Student Loan Forgiveness Assistance
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Supportive leadership and team culture

Major Responsibilities

Performs screening and diagnostic mammograms and bone density testing on physician referred patients according to established clinical protocols and MQSA Quality Guidelines.

• Delivers patient care in accordance with department/hospital standards; changes to adapt to customer/department needs.
• Uses proper telephone scripting at all times.
• Accurately documents patient images electronically.
• Positions the breast to obtain the appropriate standard and alternative views.
• Adjusts positioning and technique for thorough quality exam based on patient's anatomy and condition.
• Keeps patient informed and encourages patient to ask questions regarding own care.
• Applies radiation protection to patient in accordance with accepted radiation protection standards for mammography.
• Documents patient history and other pertinent clinical information in RIS or Penrad computer database, when available, designed for this purpose.
• Selects technical factors to ensure appropriate capture of digital images.

• Secures or otherwise makes arrangements for mammography films performed elsewhere to be sent to the Advocate Condell Breast Imaging Center.
• Obtains current personal and family history of breast disease using computer databases, i.e. Penrad to record information.
• Secures patient consent forms as may be required; these consents include Pregnancy Consent and Verification, Authorization Form to Release Medical Information and Consent for Interventional Procedures.
• Documents the presence of a physical lump, moles or other skin lesions with BB Markers and draws or labels breast diagrams in Penrad, indicating location of anatomical scars, pervious surgical sites or other abnormalities.
• Documents procedure information in RIS or Penrad, when available.
• Acknowledges patient exam completion in RIS.

• Procures historical images and prepares these images for review by the Radiologist.
• Ensures the presence of any previous diagnostic or pathology reports.
• Prepares current images for dictation by ensuring proper image identification and scanning orders into PACs.
• Ensures all paperwork, forms and diagrams are complete and accurate and merged into PACs therefore ready for use by the supervising Radiologist.
• Provides accurate notes detailing any comments, unique circumstances or observation in Medical Record or Penrad, when available that will aid the Radiologist in dictating the mammographic report
• Processes and sends to the appropriate areas, procedure requisitions, history forms, consents and other documentation as it may be generated.

• Participates in advanced mammographic procedures such as needle localizations, galactograms, Stereotactic biopsy and specimen radiographs.
• On a pre-procedure basis, establishes patient comfort by familiarizing the patient with the equipment and aspects of the procedure to be performed.
• Demonstration of how the equipment operates, the use of compression and address any questions the patient may have on a procedural basis, the technologist must be able to identify the anxious and fearful patient and be able to modify both the mammographic routine and their communication style in order to reduce the patient's anxiety and complete the study.
• On a post-procedure basis, the mammography technologist must be able to describe in sufficient detail the process by which the images will be processed and read by the Radiologists and how the diagnostic reports are communicated to the referring physician and how layman report is sent to patient's home.
• Maintains patient modesty and confidentiality throughout the entire patient visit.
• The technologist must be viewed as being helpful to the patient by facilitating or directing the patient to other resources in the patient's quest to seek additional information or address other issues outside the scope of the mammography service; the technologist must offer to assist this patient in this effort.
• Properly labels and identifies specimens to go to lab.

• Performs start-up and shut-down procedures according to established procedures.
• Performs equipment warm-up and calibration tests according to manufacturer's recommended frequency.
• Cleans illuminator panels and surfaces as needed to remove sources of dirt, contamination and artifacts.
• Cleans and disinfects equipment surfaces that come into direct contact with the patient's skin.

• Follows Accrediting Organization requirements regarding safety and protection of patients and staff.
• Must promote patient safety by reporting of issues through established channels and participating as requested in safety initiatives.
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills by answering questions from all customers in an appropriate and respectful manner.
• Takes an active role in making sure the general appearance of the department is clean, uncluttered and calm.
• Maintains positive customer relations following prescribed department policies.
• Participates in team problem solving issues that would improve patient care, department operations, image quality, interdepartmental relationships and employee satisfaction.

• Adheres to safety practices and provides a safe work environment for self and others.
• Must promote patient safety by reporting of issues through established channels and participate as requested in safety initiatives.

Education/Experience Required

• Graduate of AMA Approved Program in Radiologic Technology
• 1 - 2 years experience as Radiologic Technologist or sonographer
• 40 hours of specialized training and continuing education in mammography - Knowledge of breast anatomy
• Need to recognize patients experiencing fear or anxiety
• Needs to be able to recognize needs and behaviors of a variety of age groups of patients treated, i.e. understand the differences of female growth and development, and look for signs of normal aging; degree of under- standing and physical limitation related to age

Licensure, Registration and/or Certification Required

• Registered Radiologic Technologist/ARRT - IDNS License
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to handle anxious and fearful patients
• Demonstrated technical skills as a radiographer -Knowledge of mammography positioning.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Must keep informed of changes in regulatory requirements, including FDA, IEMA, ACR, and MQSA - Must engage in continuous learning and review of new and emerging technologies - Must be flexible and be able to adapt to a rapidly changing environment and growing patient volume - Must demonstrate confidence in one’s own ability and have a calming effect on patients and others

If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.