Part-Time Mammography Technologist - Caring Imaging Team

Bright Light Medical Imaging; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

On-site training

401(k) with 4% company match

Competitive pay and growth opportuntie

Job summary

Bright Light Medical Imaging in Arlington Heights, IL, is seeking a Mammography Technologist for a part-time role. The position requires imaging patients, documenting history, and maintaining equipment quality while ensuring patient safety.

The ideal candidate holds ARRT Mammography certification and ARRT registration, MQSA training, and relates well to patients in a fast-paced setting. Evening hours are available, with Saturdays possible.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited radiologic technology program.
• AART Radiography certification and current ARRT registration.
• ARRT Mammography certification and current ARRT registration preferred.
• 40 hours advanced training in a MQSA approved program and 25 supervised exams in mammography.
• Maintain required mammography continuing education as mandated by the Mammography Quality Standards Act.
• Previous experience desired in a diagnostic radiology/imaging setting.
• IEMA Licensure
• CPR-BLS Certification

Responsibilities

• Document the medical history of the patient prior to any examination
• Maintains cleanliness of room, sterilize mammographic equipment and keep adequate stock of supplies on hand
• Carefully position patient in order to obtain correct imaging, ensuring patient is comfortable and safe throughout procedure
• Explain imaging procedure using tact, courtesy and poise to reduce anxiety to obtain patient cooperation, address any patient questions and concerns
• Maintains quality of mammographic equipment by following company standards and procedures, and promotes continuous quality improvement
• Follow company procedural protocol and standards maintaining production and quality mammograms
• Evaluate and interpret captured images effectively
• Accurately document mammogram data into patient's chart
• According to department standards and protocols set by radiologist, perform all job related functions as a Mammography Technologist, including all imaging procedures in a timely and efficient manner, and communicate related information to appropriate physician
• Provide education, training and direction to new technologists
• Perform all other duties as assigned
• Frequent lifting/movement of objects weighing up to 50 lbs. without assistance
• Must be able to stand, stoop, lift and walk without restrictions

Skills

Decision making

Stress management

Attention to detail

Communication

Patient care

Education

Radiologic technology program

ARRT Radiography certification

ARRT Mammography certification

MQSA training (40h)

Mammography CE requirements

IEMA Licensure

CPR-BLS Certification

Job description

Bright Light Medical Imaging in Arlington Heights, IL, is seeking a Mammography Technologist for a part-time role. The position requires imaging patients, documenting history, and maintaining equipment quality while ensuring patient safety.

The ideal candidate holds ARRT Mammography certification and ARRT registration, MQSA training, and relates well to patients in a fast-paced setting. Evening hours are available, with Saturdays possible.