Northwestern Medicine · 2 days ago
Mammography Technologist-Full-time Day Shifts, $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expNorthwestern Medicine is a leader in the healthcare industry dedicated to providing patient-first care. They are seeking a Mammography Radiographer who will perform general mammography imaging procedures to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients, ensuring compliance with industry standards and hospital protocols.
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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
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
Tuition reimbursement
Loan forgiveness
401(k) matching
Lifecycle benefits
Company
Northwestern Medicine
Northwestern Medicine is the collaboration between Northwestern Memorial HealthCare and Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine around a strategic vision to transform the future of health care.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$25M2018-06-26Grant· $25M
Leadership Team
Howard Chrisman, MD
President and CEO
John A. Orsini, CPA
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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