Mammography Technologist - Per Diem

Edward Elmhurst Health; Highland, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Annual Incentive Plan

Shift/Holiday Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Health Savings Account

Retirement with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Wellness Program

Community Involvement

Job summary

Edward Elmhurst Health in Highland Park, IL seeks a Mammography Technologist on a per diem basis. Under the direction of a Staff Radiologist, you will perform Mammography exams to high quality standards, supporting physicians in diagnosis and treatment.

The role requires ARRT in Mammography, CPR, IEMA license, and prior Mammography experience. You will handle a mix of technical and clerical duties, ensure patient safety, educate patients, and may perform specialized exams under supervision.

Qualifications

• Education: High School degree or equivalent.
• Certification: CPR certification required. ARRT in Mammography required.
• Licenses: IEMA.
• Experience: Mammography experience required.
• Skills: Proficiency with word processing and computer skills; typing 25-35 wpm.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a Staff Radiologist, performs Mammography examinations at a level of optimum technical quality for use by physicians in diagnosing and treating patients, in accordance with departmental standards, policies, and procedures.
• Performs a variety of technical and clerical duties that will require independent judgement, ingenuity, and initiative to apply Mammography procedures.
• Maintains a high standard of quality care and adheres to the ACR guidelines while obtaining imaging.
• Ensures patient safety during examination.
• Explains procedures with tactful manners when there is a need for additional imaging.
• Perform specialized exams under the direction of the staff radiologist

Skills

Word processing

Typing 25-35 wpm

Computer literacy

Education

High School degree or equivalent

Job description

**Mammography Technologist- Per Diem****Position Highlights:*** Sign on Bonus: $1,000* Position: Mammography Technologist* Location: Highland Park, IL* Full Time/Part Time: Per Diem/Registry* Hours: Days, 8-4:30* Per Diem Commitment Level: **Per Diem Level 1: 32-72 hrs.** *or* **Per Diem Level 2: 73-110 hrs.** *or* **Per Diem Level 3**: **111-144 hrs.**/ per 6-week schedule* Required Travel: Yes-local**What you will do:*** Under the direction of a Staff Radiologist, performs Mammography examinations at a level of optimum technical quality for use by physicians in diagnosing and treating patients, in accordance with departmental standards, policies, and procedures.* Performs a variety of technical and clerical duties that will require independent judgement, ingenuity, and initiative to apply Mammography procedures.* Maintains a high standard of quality care and adheres to the ACR guidelines while obtaining imaging.* Ensures patient safety during examination.* Explains procedures with tactful manners when there is a need for additional imaging.* Perform specialized exams under the direction of the staff radiologist**What you will need:*** **Education:**High School degree or equivalent* **Certification:**CPR certification required. ARRT in Mammography required.* **Licenses:** IEMA* **Experience:** Mammography experience required.* **Skills:**Proficiency with word processing and computer skills required; typing 25-35 wpm.**Benefits (For full time or part time positions):*** Eligibility for our Annual Incentive Plan, which offers the potential to earn a certain percentage amount of your base salary based on organizational performance. (For AIP eligible positions)* Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job (For eligible positions)* Incentive pay for select positions* Opportunity for annual increases based on performance* Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development* Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options* Tuition Reimbursement* Free Parking* Wellness Program Savings Plan* Health Savings Account Options* Retirement Options with Company Match* Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay* Community Involvement Opportunities