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Northwestern Memorial Hospital · 3 months ago

Mammography Technologist-Casual Days

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Northwestern Memorial Hospital is dedicated to delivering world-class care and is seeking a Mammography Radiographer. The role involves performing mammography imaging procedures, ensuring patient care, and complying with industry standards and hospital policies.

Health Care

Responsibilities

Evaluates the request for procedures and assesses the patient to determine the appropriate procedure protocol and method of application

Appropriately employs imaging systems, accessory devices, and patient positioning techniques to generate mammography images

Cares for the patient throughout the procedure according to department and hospital standards of nursing care, age-specific sensitivities, and 'patients' first' guidelines

Evaluates the resultant images in comparison with industry standard and takes corrective action if needed

Performs preliminary interpretation by applying independent judgment, subsequently customizing the procedure accordingly. Uses this knowledge to expedite intervention by the radiologist if necessary

Notifies physicians as required of changes in the condition of the patients or regarding unique imaging characteristics

Assist the radiologist in the performance of interventional procedures. Prepares sterile trays including procedure specific needs and other ancillary equipment

Completes and maintains the medical record consisting of film and associated paperwork

Provides patient education in the form of written material and/or verbal explanation prior to, during, and subsequent to the procedure in order to reduce the patient’s anxiety and enhance his comfort zone with and tolerance of the procedure

Performs imaging procedures in accordance with safe radiation safety practices as determined by the Illinois Department of Nuclear Safety and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to limit radiation exposure to patient, self, and other members of the healthcare team

Performs Quality Control testing as assigned in accordance with FDA/ACR recommendations. Notifies supervisor to close function when results are outside control limits. Closes rooms and or processors as required in absence of supervisor

Documents mammography imaging procedures manually and /or electronically to insure correct charging, and patient and film file tracking

Monitors stock of supplies in imaging rooms to assure their regular availability by timely. Reordering, rotation of dated items, and by maintenance of a clean and orderly environment

Report incidences of equipment failure, irregularities in equipment performance, and equipment in disrepair to supervisory and/or quality, control personnel as soon a possible

Qualification

Radiologic TechnologyIEMA licensedARRT registeredMammography competencyCPR certification’s degreeThree years experience

Required

Graduation from a hospital based two year training program in Radiologic Technology or Associate's Degree Program in Radiology Technology

IEMA licensed

ARRT registered in Radiography (ARRT)(R)

CPR - Basic Life Support certification through American Heart Association

Clinical and technical competency in Mammography to meet MQSA requirements

ARRT registered in Radiography Mammography within 12 months of start date

Preferred

Bachelor's degree

Three or more years of experience

Benefits

A wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events

Comprehensive training and development opportunities

Mentorship programs

Educational support

Student loan repayment

Flexible work options

A Reimbursable Well-Being Fund

A Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being

Volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities

Drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups