Mammography Technologist

Sinai Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Chicago is seeking a Mammography Technologist to perform 2D/3D screenings and diagnostic studies. This position requires a Bachelor's degree, relevant certifications, and a commitment to patient safety and care. The Mammography Technologist will educate patients on breast health and maintain quality assurance standards in the department.

Qualifications

• Ability to produce high quality mammograms for radiologist interpretation.
• Knowledge of ACR/FDA guidelines for mammography.
• Maintains accreditation records and prepares for inspections.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine screening 2D/3D mammograms to complex diagnostic studies.
• Educate patients on breast health and self-examination techniques.
• Maintain and clean mammography equipment following safety protocols.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Technical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

Job description

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About Sinai Chicago

Located on Chicago’s West and Southwest Side, Sinai Health System is comprised of Mount Sinai Hospital, Holy Cross Hospital, Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital, Sinai Children’s Hospital, Sinai Community Institute, Sinai Medical Group, and Sinai Urban Health Institute.

The entities of Sinai Health System collectively deliver a full range of quality inpatient and outpatient services, as well as a large number of innovative, community-based health, research and social service programs. We focus our collective depth of expertise and passion to improve the health of the 1.5 million people who live in our diverse service area. With our team of dedicated caregivers, Sinai Health System is committed to building stronger, healthier communities.

General Summary/Basic Purpose of Job:

To manage the specific department(s) as assigned in an efficient professional manner in order to provide quality patient care on a timely basis while assisting the Administrative Director with those applicable duties and assisting physicians in determining the diagnosis of an illness

Responsible for performing routine screening 2D/3D mammograms to complex diagnostic mammogram studies at the direction of a physician while adhering to patient safety guidelines and customer service values.

Responsible for performing routine screening to complex diagnostic mammography as well as bone density studies at the direction of a physician, while adhering to patient safety guidelines and customer service values.

Responsible for routine screening to complex diagnostic mammography studies at the direction of a physician, while adhering to patient safety guidelines and customer service values. Maintains superior knowledge of policy and procedures for the mammography dept. Demonstrates effective business conduct through behavior/performance. Ability to rotate across the system including MSH, Lavillita which include shift flexibility a well as willing to cover PTO, call-ins and emergencies.

General Summary/ Basic purpose of job Responsible for performing routine screening mammograms to complex diagnostic mammogram studies at the direction of a physician while adhering to patient safety guidelines and customer service values.

Essential Functions and Duties:

• Maintains established department policies and procedures. Produces high quality mammograms for interpretation by the Radiologist. Prepares examination room, equipment and materials as needed for patients.
• Educates patient on breast health issues, demonstrates self breast examination techniques and provides the patient with a breast care pamphlet required by the ACR/FDA guidelines.
• Maintains superior knowledge of policy and procedures for the mammography department.
• Maintains daily, weekly, monthly and yearly QA reports for annual MQSA inspection. Maintains all mammography accreditation records and prepares department for annual inspection. Assist the Resource Coordinator and Lead Quality Mammography Technologist.
• Utilizes proper basic and advance positioning techniques as needed. Which includes, but not limited to: adjusts equipment, determine proper voltage, selection of proper ACE/OP modes on mammography unit, current and desired exposure time, arranges immobilization, support devices to obtain proper positioning of patient, adjust lead shield and select proper size film per exam.
• Cleans and disinfects mammography unit and other equipment before and after patient use in accordance with the ACR/FDA guidelines.

Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience is necessary.

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE:

• REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, REGISTRATIONS: IDNS/IEMA, ARRT, CPR

If this describes you, then apply today for immediate consideration.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care and Public Health

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