Mammography/Ultrasound Tech - Full Time

Advocate Health Care; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 57,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Family benefits

Retirement plan

Educational assistance

Job summary

Advocate Christ Medical Center in the Breast Health department seeks a Radiologic Technologist specializing in mammography and ultrasound. This full-time 32-hour/week role requires precise imaging and patient education, adhering to MQSA guidelines.

Competitive pay and benefits support a day/PM schedule with weekend responsibilities, reflecting the hospital’s commitment to quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Breast Sonography under ARRT eligible.
• Graduate of AMA Approved Program in Radiologic Technology.
• 1 - 2 years experience as Radiologic Technologist or sonographer.
• 40 hours of specialized training and continuing education in mammography.
• Knowledge of breast anatomy.
• Need to recognize patients experiencing fear or anxiety.
• Possess high degree of technical knowledge to perform more specialized U/S studies with minimal amount of assistance from Radiologist.
• CPR Certification.
• IDNS License.

Responsibilities

• Perform screening, diagnostic mammograms and ultrasound procedures per protocols.
• Accurately document patient images electronically.
• Position patients and adjust technique to obtain appropriate views.
• Educate patients before and after procedures.
• Maintain MQSA quality control standards.

Education

Breast Sonography under ARRT eligible

Graduate of AMA Approved Program in Radiologic Technology

1 - 2 years experience as Radiologic Technologist or sonographer

40 hours of specialized training and continuing education in mammography

Knowledge of breast anatomy

CPR Certification

IDNS License

Tools

Radnet

PenRad

Job description

Department: 37352 Advocate Christ Medical Center - Breast Health

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 32

Schedule Details/Additional Information: Day/PM shift; weekend

Pay Range: $41.10 - $61.65

Major Responsibilities

• Performs screening, diagnostic mammograms and proficient in all screening, diagnostic and interventional ultrasound procedures on physician referred patients according to established clinical protocols, ACR, and MQSA Quality Guidelines.
• Accurately documents patient images electronically.
• Positions the breast to obtain the appropriate standard and alternative views for mammographic procedures, as well as assist physicians with various recommendations for obtaining optimal ultrasound studies by suggesting selections for technical factors procedures.
• Adjusts positioning and technique for thorough quality exam based on patient's anatomy and condition.
• Instructs patients regarding activities performed throughout the mammography and ultrasound procedures.
• Keeps patient informed and encourages patient to ask questions regarding own care.
• Applies radiation protection to patient in accordance with accepted radiation protection standards for mammography.
• Ability to deliver a service first approach to patients and all customers within the Job Scope.
• Treat all patients and customers with respect and compassion.
• Utilize appropriate phone etiquette.
• Provide an environment conducive to privacy for all patients.
• Maintain patient confidentiality according to the hospital policies.
• Maintain positive guest relations when dealing with patients, fellows, employees or any personnel encountered during daily activity.
• Prepares and processes patient clinical and demographic information, using computerized database systems; ensures the accuracy of historic and current information.
• Secures or otherwise makes arrangements for mammography films/images performed elsewhere to be sent to the Advocate Christ Center for Breast Care.
• Documents presence of a physical lump, mole or other skin lesion with BB markers and draws or labels breast diagrams, indicating location of anatomical scars, previous surgical sites or other abnormalities in Penrad.
• Documents procedure information in Penrad.
• Verifies proper procedure charge has been entered into Radnet and corrects if necessary.
• Able to perform patient query functions using Radnet and Penrad systems.
• Reviews previous mammographic reports and films to establish insight into how the current study is to be performed.
• Documents patient history and other pertinent clinical information in PenRad computer database designed for this purpose to provide Radiologist with adequate information before image interpretation.
• Provides accurate notes detailing any comments, unique circumstances or observations in PenRad that will aid the Radiologist in dictating the mammographic report.
• Provides pre-procedure, procedure and post-procedure education and instruction to the patient, appropriate to the patient's needs and requirements.
• Post procedure biopsy instructions are reviewed with patients. In addition, patients are given a written copy of the instructions. Technologist ensures that patient understand instructions.
• The technologist must be viewed as being helpful to the patient by facilitating or directing the patient to other resources in the patient's quest to seek additional information or address other issues outside the scope of the mammography service. The technologist must offer to assist the patient in this effort.
• On a post-procedure basis, the mammography technologist must be able to describe in sufficient detail the process by which the images will be read by the Radiologist and how the diagnostic reports are communicated to the referring physician.
• On a pre-procedure basis, establishes patient comfort by familiarizing the patient with the equipment and aspects of the procedure to be performed.
• Properly labels and identifies specimens to go to the lab.
• Maintains patient modesty and confidentiality throughout the entire patient visit.
• Demonstration of how the equipment operates, the use of compression and address any questions the patient may have on a procedure.
• The technologist must be able to identify the anxious and fearful patient and be able to modify both the mammographic routine and their communication style in order to reduce the patient's anxiety and complete the study.
• Performs mammography/ultrasound equipment quality control and quality assurance tests established to meet MQSA Quality Control/Quality Assurance Standards and equipment manufacturers recommendations.
• Performs daily quality control as needed.
• Performs equipment warm-up and calibration tests according to manufacturer's recommended frequency.
• Responsible for staying current on new ultrasound skills and new developments in the field of ultrasound.
• Cleans and disinfects equipment and detector surfaces that come into direct contact with the patient's skin.
• Instruction and assistance as required by students or fellow technologists orientating in ultrasound.

Education / Experience Required

• Breast Sonography under ARRT eligible.
• Graduate of AMA Approved Program in Radiologic Technology.
• 1 - 2 years experience as Radiologic Technologist or sonographer.
• 40 hours of specialized training and continuing education in mammography.
• Knowledge of breast anatomy.
• Need to recognize patients experiencing fear or anxiety.
• Needs to be able to recognize needs and behaviors of a variety of age groups of patients treated, i.e. understand the differences of female growth and development, and look for signs of normal aging; degree of under- standing and physical limitation related to age Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required.
• Possess high degree of technical knowledge to perform more specialized U/S studies with minimal amount of assistance from Radiologist.
• Able to make diagnostic judgments when scanning and present them to Radiologist for their interpretation.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle anxious and fearful patients.
• Demonstrated technical skills as a mammographer Breast Sonography under ARRT eligible.
• Registered Mammography /ARRT.
• CPR Certification.
• IDNS License.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Ability to adjust to flexible hours at minimal notice as required.
• Ability to work odd/flexible.
• Ability to constantly view small CRT screens during exam.
• Position best performed by a female who enjoys working with women in health related issues.
• Ability to perform lifting activities related to patients.
• Exposed to radiation.
• Ability to communicate with patients.
• Ability to work weekends.
• Ability to do light, medium or heavy lifting.
• LIGHT: Lifting up to 20-50 pounds occasionally and/or 10-25 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds frequently.
• MEDIUM: Lifting up to 20-50 pounds occasionally and/or 10-25 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly.
• HEAVY: Lifting 50-100 pounds occasionally and/or 25-50 pounds frequently and/or 10-20 pounds constantly.
• Ability to make independent professional decisions using good judgment skills.
• Ability to practice high quality patient care and technical competence.
• Ability to function with minimal assistance in performing job actives.
• Ability to demonstrate oral and written communication skills.
• Must understand and take serious the social and psychological issues associated with mammography.
• Must keep abreast of changes in regulatory requirements, including FDA, IEMA, ACR, and MQSA.
• Must engage in continuous learning and review of new and emerging technologies.
• Must be flexible and be able to adapt to a rapidly changing environment and growing patient volume.
• Must demonstrate confidence in one’s own ability and have a calming effect on patients and others.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance.

Additional Requirements

Addendum: NOTE: Comply with mandatory inservices for Fire Safety, MRI Safety, and Universal Precautions; Maintain CPR Certification. Must maintain professional decorum, and adhere to dress code as required by department; no deviations allowed.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You

• Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training.
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise.

It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together.

Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities.

Transforming Care

We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care, Neurosciences, Gynecology, Oncology, Pediatrics, Primary Care, Neurology, Geriatrics, Trauma Care.