Mammography Technologist-Imaging Full Time Days $5000 Sign on bonus

Northwestern Medicine; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Mammographer to join their team at Lake Forest Hospital. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where patient care and safety are paramount. You will be responsible for ensuring high-quality imaging, performing various mammography exams, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. With a supportive workplace culture and a $5,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates, this role is perfect for someone passionate about making a difference in women's health. Join a team that values your skills and dedication!

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Flexible Schedule

Continuing Education

Employee Discounts

Life Insurance

Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• ARRT Registry in Mammography required.
• 40 hours of advanced training in an MQSA approved program.

Responsibilities

• Ensure exams are ordered correctly and tracked accurately.
• Communicate with patients to explain procedures and monitor comfort.
• Perform diagnostic mammography and quality control procedures.

Skills

Mammography

Patient Communication

Quality Control Procedures

Bone Density Exams

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

HIS/RIS

Job description

Description

**This is a full-time position at 40 hours per week located at Lake Fores Hospital. The schedule for this position is: Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 8:30a-5p, Thurs 10a-6:30p Rotating Saturdays 7a-3:30p. A $5,000 sign on bonus is being offered for this position for eligible candidates. **

The Mammographer reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities:

• Ensures all exams are ordered correctly in HIS/RIS, charged and tracked accurately.
• Communicates with patient before procedure to obtain history, explain risks and what can be expected; communicates during procedure to monitor safety, and comfort.
• Positions patient to achieve optimal image quality.
• Selects data such as anatomical area and sets proper technique to ensure optimal image quality.
• Views images on display screen to ensure quality of images for interpretation. Performs screening mammography exams.
• Performs exams to include diagnostic mammography, needle localization and core biopsies.
• Performs bone density exams to include setting baseline, analysis of study, and general management of bone density exam file.
• Prepares images and compiles study for radiologist relaying all appropriate information.
• Performs mammography quality control procedures; maintains records.
• Maintains and cleans work area and equipment.
• Replenishes supplies and stocks rooms as needed.
• Assists in the reception area.
• Performs department assessment (Joint Commission survey) when assigned, alerting the Lead Tech of any areas requiring immediate attention.
• Updates and organizes patients' report folders when performing diagnostic procedures to ensure accuracy and completeness.

AA/EOE

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Qualifications

Required:

• ARRT Registry in Mammography, IEMA.
• 40 hours of advanced training in an MQSA approved program with 50 supervised exams in mammography.
• Associate's Degree or equivalent.
• BLS through American Heart Association.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's Degree.

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Benefits

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