Mammography Technologist I

Memorial Health; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) match

Health/dental/vision insurance

Job summary

Memorial Health is seeking an on-site Radiologic Technologist specialized in mammography. You will perform screening mammograms, manage basic quality control duties, and assist in collecting regulatory data to support accurate diagnoses.

Requirements include ARRT-R in Radiography and Mammography, Illinois radiology license, and BLS CPR certification, with ongoing mammography training every 36 months. The role emphasizes safety and adherence to standards.

Qualifications

• Completed 15 hours of specialized mammography training every 36 months.
• Satisfactorily completed mammography orientation.
• Performs screening mammography procedures on patients of all ages, according to standards and guidelines.
• Determines equipment settings and cares for equipment.
• Understands processing and requirements of finished radiographs.
• Follows Radiation Safety Guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Performs screening mammograms utilizing mammography equipment.
• Maintains and collects regulatory data and quality control tasks.
• Adheres to Memorial Health Performance Excellence Standards.

Skills

Mammography training

Mammography orientation

Screening mammography

Equipment settings

Radiograph processing

Radiation safety

Safety standards

Computer systems

Scheduling

Quality control

Regulatory information

Job description

Position Type

On-site

Job Description Summary

Performs screening mammograms utilizing mammography equipment in applying prescribed ionizing radiation to patients in order to aid in diagnosis and treatment. Performs basic quality control duties and assists in collecting regulatory data.

Schedule

Full Time, Day Shift

Licensure/Certification/Registry

Registered radiographer (ARRT-R) in Radiography and Mammography in good standing or registry eligible required. If not otherwise specified by the professional licensing body, the maximum allowable time to practice in a "registration pending" status is three months. Active license in radiology from the Illinois Department of Nuclear Safety required. Maintains BLS CPR Certification.

Experience

Maintains continuing experience of 200 mammograms every 24 months.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Completed 15 hours of specialized mammography training every 36 months.


• Satisfactorily completed mammography orientation.


• Performs screening mammography procedures on patients of all ages, according to established standards, policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines.


• undefined Determines proper equipment settings for each procedure, uses the proper equipment and cares for the equipment correctly.


• undefined Understands processing, the equipment and all the requirements of a finished radiograph.


• undefined Follows Radiation Safety Guidelines.


• undefined Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values: SAFETY: Prevent Harm - I put safety first in everything I do. I take action to ensure the safety of others. COURTESY: Serve Others - I treat others with dignity and respect. I project a professional image and positive attitude. QUALITY: Improve Outcomes - I continually advance my knowledge, skills and performance. I work with others to achieve superior results. EFFICIENCY: Reduce Waste - I use time and resources wisely. I prevent defects and delays.


• undefined Utilizes a working knowledge of the computer systems.


• undefined Maintains a working knowledge of scheduling.


• undefined Performs various quality control procedures and provide regulatory information.


• undefined Performs other related work as required or requested.

Job Description

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Pay Transparency

$31.51 - $48.83

Additional compensation in the form(s) of participation in our annual incentive program are dependent on role.

Pay is based on factors such as work experience, education, certification(s), training, skills, and competencies related to the role.

Benefits

Memorial Health also offers a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes paid time off, 401(k) match, and health/ dental/ vision insurance options. All benefits can be found at https://jobs.memorial.health/about/benefits/