Mammographer

Hugh Chatham Health; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 74,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

Paid Time Off

Educational Assistance Program

Retirement plans with employer match

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Radiologic Technologist specialized in Mammography for the Breast Center at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital. This full-time role requires positioning patients, operating imaging systems, and ensuring high-quality exams while gathering relevant history for radiologist review.

The ideal candidate will have Mammography experience, ARRT certification, and IDNS licensing, with strong patient communication and adherence to safety standards in a busy clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of AMA approved Radiologic Technology program.
• Three years experience as Radiologic Technologist.
• Mammography experience preferred.
• Registered ARRT in Radiology and Mammography.
• Licensed by the IDNS (Illinois Department of Nuclear Safety).

Responsibilities

• Position patient and operate radiographic/mammographic equipment to obtain high-quality images.
• Document patient history and input data for radiologist review.
• Manage RIS workflow to ensure accurate billing and patient tracking.
• Assist with advanced mammography procedures (galactograms, needle localizations, stereotactic biopsies).
• Assist with equipment checks, supplies, and safety compliance.

Skills

Mammography experience

Radiography knowledge

Interpersonal communication

ARRT certification

IDNS licensed

Education

AMA approved Radiologic Technology program

Tools

RIS

PACS

Job description

Department

36327 Advocate Lutheran General Hospital - Breast Center

Status

Full time

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Hours Per Week

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information

10-630pm M-Thursday. 730-4 on Friday, Saturday rotation

Pay Range

$35.50 - $53.25

Major Responsibilities

Determination of appropriate radiographic/mammographic technique and position of patient for specified exam. 1)Positions patient and operates equipment to assure optimal images of designated portion of the body. 2)Determines appropriate radiographic/mammographic technique based on anatomy and patient’s condition to obtain high quality radiographic images. 3)Secures history from patient regarding reason for prescribed test and enters data in the appropriate system for the radiologist's review. 4)Assures patient data is correct according to department standards. 5)Successfully sends images to second look system, soft copy workstation and archival system. Determines when radiographic exam adheres to standards set forth for radiographic interpretation. 1)Obtains radiology jacket and report folder. 2)Assure prior films and reports are available along with correct order for determined exam. 3)Tracks patient through on the RIS to ensure proper billing for appropriate exam. 4)Completes RIS by closing patient on patient history system. 5)Ensures images have been received on Soft copy workstation and PACS archival system. Participates in more advanced mammographic procedures such as galactograms, needle localizations, and stereotactic biopsies. 1)Assures availability of necessary supplies for procedures. 2)Obtains previous patient studies prior to onset of procedure. 3)Perform needle verification on multicare unit to ensure equipment accuracy. Checks mammogram machine prior to needle loc/galactogram. 4)Performs procedures independently along with radiologist along with obtaining specimens. 5)Prepares patient for exam, including setting up trays, prepping patients and assessing patient's medical needs if necessary. 6)Applies post procedure dressings and education. Adherence to all accepted safety standards and practices to ensure a safe patient and work environment by maintaining a continued awareness of safety hazards. 1)Maintains compliance with established safety standards to protect patients and staff at all times. 2)Attends mandatory in-services relating to patient safety. 3)Insures cleanliness, neatness by overall appearance of designated work areas. 4)Maintains current CPR certification. Delivery of patient care in accordance with departmental standards. 1)Coordinates and prioritizes the flow of patients and paper work, to assure that patient’s waiting time is kept to a minimum. When necessary, changes the process to adapt to the needs of the department. 2)Follows proper telephone etiquette. 3)Participates in team problem-solving issues that would improve patient care, department operations, quality assurance, interdepartmental relationships, and employee satisfaction. 4)Demonstrates rapport and assists others when necessary. 5)Able to perform miscellaneous clerical functions. Identification and documentation of department supplies to ensure adequate supply levels. 1)Monitor inventory of supplies and report deficiencies to coordinator to ensure adequate level of supplies. 2)Stocks and straightens up exam and changing rooms daily. Participates in Quality Control and Quality Assurance Programs 1)Ability to indentify errors with machinery and basic problem solving techniques. 2)Reports equipment malfunctions to Mammography Coordinator or Manager.

Education/Experience Required

Graduate of AMA approved school/program of Radiologic Technology. Three years experience as a Radiologic Technologist.* *this position will need to recognize the needs and behaviors of a variety of age groups of patients treated.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

Mammography experience preferred. Knowledge of radiography services. Basic knowledge of RIS Excellent interpersonal communication skills. Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in both Radiology and Mammography Licensed by the Illinois Department of Nuclear Safety (IDNS)

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

May be exposed to hazardous materials. Flexible in changing environment. Ability to lift and/or move patients. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with established time constraints. Ability to work rotating shifts any day of the week. Ability to transport objects from one location to another. Radiation exposure. 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.

Our Commitment To You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• PDRA
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits And More

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.