Mammography Technologist - Diagnostic Services Mammography

Mammography Technologist - Diagnostic Services Mammography

Hiring Department: Diagnostic Services - Mammography

Hiring Unit:  University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health)

Location:  Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: req9228

About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health)

The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a 445-bed tertiary care hospital, 30 outpatient clinics, and 13 Mile Square Health Center facilities, which are Federally Qualified Health Centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity.

Advanced Care

• The Specialty Care Building (SCB), opened in September 2022, is our new, advanced care center at UI Health.
• The 200,000-square-foot facility features six floors of patient care space that accommodates the increasing volume and complexity of surgical care, education, and research at the University of Illinois Hospital & Clinics and its health science partners at UIC.
• The SCB is home for state-of-the-art care, including Outpatient Surgery; Transplant Services; Ophthalmology; Ear, Nose, Throat/Otolaryngology; Head & Neck Surgery; Urology; and Gastroenterology.

Technology

• The University of Illinois Hospital is consistently named among the "Most Wired Hospitals" by Hospitals and Health Networks magazine.
• UI Health offers state-of-the-art digital mammograms, providing patients less time in the exam room, more clear and accurate images, and easy storage and retrieval of digital images.
• Two state-of-the-art 3-Tesla MRIs for clinical and research use at the Advanced Imaging Center; as well as the world's most powerful 9.4T MRI dedicated to advancing medicine through clinical research.
• Molecular imaging and PET-CT imaging elevates the precision of diagnoses for cancer and neurodegenerative and cardiovascular diseases.
• Leading-edge radiation oncology with the ExacTrac® image guided radiotherapy. UI Health physicians target and treat tumors by combining precision-guided radiation therapy and surgery.
• A world-class robotic surgery program for all solid organs with a focus on successful outcomes and fewer patient complications.

UI Health is continuously seeking talented Mammography Technologists to join our expanding Diagnostic Team. This role will acquire Mammography images which are used for medical diagnoses and treatment. These Mammography images are interpreted by a Radiologist board-certified in Mammography to identify breast abnormalities. The Mammography Technologist works under direct supervision of higher-level personnel.  There are full-time and part-time positions available which include shifts on days, nights and weekends.  

About UI Health Center for Breast Care

The Center for Breast Care’s Breast Imaging Center is an American College of Radiology Breast Imaging Center of Excellence. We offer a full range of the breast imaging services, including screening and diagnostic mammography, ultrasound, MRI, and image-guided biopsy. We are one of the leaders of breast imaging service in the Chicagoland area and our radiologists are specially trained in breast imaging.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs routine Mammography Imaging exams and procedures
• Utilizes department clinical protocols to obtain optimal quality imaging
• Obtains detailed history from patient and medical record
• Educates patients on breast care
• Navigates electronic medical record and other information systems utilized to process imaging
• Schedules patients for exams and assists with some regulatory clerical functions
• Performs all quality control functions related to mammography equipment
• Assists in training and education of Mammography students
• Participates in the enforcement of Radiation safety practices
• Responds to patient and/or staff service and patient experience issues.
• Adheres to regulatory standards such as MQSA, The Joint Commission, ACR, IDPH and Infection Control policy
• Reports equipment failures and supply shortages as needed
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Requirements:

1. High school graduate or equivalent.

2. Current/Valid registration or certification in medical radiography by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

3. Current/Valid licensure in medical radiography by the State of Illinois (IEMA).

4. Modality specific certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), in Mammography.

5. Current/Valid American Heart Association BLS CPR certification

Our full-time positions are benefits eligible. UI Health offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience.  In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick.  In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents.  Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits

To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held.  Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.

Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

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