Mammography & Dexa Imaging Technologist

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Mammography Technologist to perform mammography and DEXA imaging with patient care at defined levels. The role emphasizes patient safety, image quality, and adherence to protocols within the imaging department in Chicago, IL.

Responsibilities include operating imaging equipment, coordinating exam flow, documenting results, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Requires ARRT Mammography, IEMA accreditation, and a radiology technologist program graduate.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program.
• ARRT Mammography (M) certification.
• IEMA Accreditation required.
• BLS certification preferred or required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains accountability for patient safety throughout the imaging process, including screening, preparation, monitoring, and post-procedure care.
• Produces diagnostic-quality images using approved protocols and professional standards.
• Apply professional judgment within approved protocols to optimize image quality and address imaging challenges.
• Reviews images prior to exam completion and initiates corrective action when diagnostic adequacy is not met.
• Administers contrast in accordance with policy, including screening for contraindications and patient monitoring.
• Operates imaging equipment and maintains imaging room readiness.
• Coordinates exam flow and prioritizes time-sensitive studies.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation in medical record and image archive system, including exam set-up, image routing, result availability and charging accuracy.
• Adheres to organizational values, ethical standards, and compliance requirements.
• Performs mammography quality control procedures; maintains records.
• May participate in training and onboarding of new team members
• Supports department with regulatory inspections and accreditations, as needed

Skills

ARRT Mammography (M)

IEMA Accreditation

BLS

Education

Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program

Job description

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Mammography Technologist to perform mammography and DEXA imaging with patient care at defined levels. The role emphasizes patient safety, image quality, and adherence to protocols within the imaging department in Chicago, IL.

Responsibilities include operating imaging equipment, coordinating exam flow, documenting results, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Requires ARRT Mammography, IEMA accreditation, and a radiology technologist program graduate.