Mammography Technologist - Diagnostic Services Mammography

UI Health; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

UI Health seeks a Mammography Technologist to join the Diagnostic Team. You will acquire mammography images used for diagnosis and treatment, under supervision of board-certified radiologists. You will work in a busy on-site imaging center with focus on breast health.

The role requires ARRT in Mammography, ARRT radiography registration, Illinois licensure and BLS CPR. Duties include quality QC, patient history intake, education, and compliance with MQSA and infection control policies.

Qualifications

• ARRT registration in radiography (current/valid) as required.
• Illinois licensure in medical radiography (IEMA) current/valid.
• Modality-specific ARRT certification in Mammography.
• AHA BLS CPR certification current/valid.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine mammography imaging exams and procedures.
• Adheres to departmental protocols to obtain high-quality images.
• Educates patients on breast care and explains procedures.
• Operates and navigates electronic medical record systems for imaging.
• Ensures radiation safety per MQSA, TJC, ACR and IDPH standards.

Education

ARRT registration in radiography

Illinois radiography licensure

ARRT Mammography modality certification

American Heart Association BLS CPR certification

Job description

Chicago, IL, United States

Location: Chicago, IL USA

FTE:1.0

Work Schedule:40 hours per week with rotating weekends

Shift:Days

# of Positions:1

Workplace Type:On-Site

Pay Range:The previously determined pay range for this position is $46.94 - 72.58 / Hourly Wage. Pay is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.

Position Summary

UI Health is continuously seeking talented Mammography Technologists to join our expanding Diagnostic Team. This role will acquire Mammography images which are used for medical diagnoses and treatment. These Mammography images are interpreted by a Radiologist board-certified in Mammography to identify breast abnormalities. The Mammography Technologist works under direct supervision of higher-level personnel.

About UI Health Center for Breast Care

The Center for Breast Care’s Breast Imaging Center is an American College of Radiology Breast Imaging Center of Excellence. We offer a full range of the breast imaging services, including screening and diagnostic mammography, ultrasound, MRI, and image-guided biopsy. We are one of the leaders of breast imaging service in the Chicagoland area and our radiologists are specially trained in breast imaging.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs routine Mammography Imaging exams and procedures
• Utilizes department clinical protocols to obtain optimal quality imaging
• Obtains detailed history from patient and medical record
• Educates patients on breast care
• Navigates electronic medical record and other information systems utilized to process imaging
• Schedules patients for exams and assists with some regulatory clerical functions
• Performs all quality control functions related to mammography equipment
• Assists in training and education of Mammography students
• Participates in the enforcement of Radiation safety practices
• Responds to patient and/or staff service and patient experience issues.
• Adheres to regulatory standards such as MQSA, The Joint Commission, ACR, IDPH and Infection Control policy
• Reports equipment failures and supply shortages as needed
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Requirements:

1. High school graduate or equivalent.

2. Current/Valid registration or certification in medical radiography by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

3. Current/Valid licensure in medical radiography by the State of Illinois (IEMA).

4. Modality specific certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), in Mammography.

5. Current/Valid American Heart Association BLS CPR certification

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, covid sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.