Mammography Technologist MAMMO

Ascension; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team at a leading health system dedicated to providing personalized care. This role involves delivering high-quality mammography imaging services while ensuring patient comfort and safety. You'll be part of a dynamic environment that fosters growth and career development, working alongside a diverse group of professionals committed to making a difference in the community. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to contribute to a mission-driven organization, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance Options

Wellness Plans

Retirement Benefits with Employer Match

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs

Parental Leave

Adoption Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement

Community Involvement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Licensure as Radiologic Technologist or Medical Sonographer required.
• BLS Provider certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide mammography imaging services and operate equipment.
• Prepare and position patients accurately for procedures.

Skills

Mammography Imaging

Patient Positioning

Radiation Safety Procedures

Technical Quality Evaluation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree/Technical Degree

Job description

We Are Hiring

• Department: Mammography
• Schedule: PRN, as needed to work evening schedule
• Hospital: Ascension Alexian Brothers
• Location: Elk Grove Village, IL
• Salary: $38.35 - $49.25 per hour

What You Will Do

Provide mammography imaging services.

• Operate equipment and perform various mammography-related procedures.
• Prepare and position patients, selecting anatomic and technical parameters accurately.
• Explain procedures and educate patients about the importance of regular mammography in preventive breast health.
• Develop and evaluate the film for technical quality, including density, contrast, definition, and distortion.
• Follow radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
• Ensure prompt submission of high-quality images and documents to PACS, including image quality, correct lead markers, and patient data/history.
• Ensure equipment is functioning properly.
• Report potential problems or equipment malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and organized department, including procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, and film storage areas.

What You Will Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider certification obtained within 1 month (30 days) of hire or transfer date (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted).
• One or more of the following required:
  • Radiologic Technologist specializing in Mammography credentialed from ARRT obtained prior to hire or transfer date. Any specialty accepted. Radiologic Technologist issued by Illinois Emergency Management Agency in combination with ARRT certification.
  • Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from ARRT obtained prior to hire or transfer date. Any specialty accepted. Radiologic Technologist issued by Illinois Emergency Management Agency in combination with ARRT certification.
  • Medical Sonographer credentialed from ARDMS obtained prior to hire or transfer date.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent with 2 years of experience, or an Associate's degree/Technical degree, or 4 years of applicable experience.

Additional Preferences

Monday to Friday, 7:15 am to 3:45 pm shift.
Every 5th Wednesday rotation, 11:00 am to 7:30 pm.
One Saturday per month, 7:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Why Join Our Team

Ascension Illinois provides compassionate, personalized care throughout Chicago and its suburbs. As one of Illinois's largest health systems with 15 hospitals and over 230 care sites, we offer an environment that fosters growth and career development. Join a diverse team of over 17,000 associates and more than 600 providers dedicated to compassionate care.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based health system with over 134,000 associates and 2,600 care sites, including hospitals and senior living communities across 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide all we do. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer, and impact their community. Careers at Ascension are opportunities to enhance your life and those around you.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Ascension provides equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status, or veteran status, in accordance with applicable laws.

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Benefits

Paid time off (PTO), health insurance options, wellness plans, retirement benefits with employer match, disability insurance, employee assistance programs, parental leave, adoption assistance, tuition reimbursement, and community involvement opportunities.

Benefits and eligibility vary by position. Compensation depends on experience, skills, education, performance, and salary range at the time of offer.