Mammo Technologist

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Employment Type:

Full time

Shift: Day Shift

Loyola Medical Center is located in the western suburbs, approximately 35 minutes from downtown Chicago, with easy access from I-290 and I-55. Loyola Medicine treats the whole person with compassion and is committed to treating the human spirit.

In this role, the Mammo Technologist will perform mammography to assist physicians in the diagnosis and/or treatment of medical disorders. The position includes related clerical and service duties. Provides screening and diagnostic breast exams and breast procedures, including ultrasound-guided and stereotactic biopsies, needle localization, and clip placement.

• Assess plans, provide intervention, and evaluate care for each patient based on protocol to minimize radiation exposure.
• Prepare equipment and supplies for radiographic procedures and perform daily tasks to ensure patient safety. Maintain current licensure and educational points to expand job knowledge.
• Perform QA testing as required by ACR and MQSA; maintain communication with radiology personnel, patients, and Medical Center staff to ensure cooperation.
• Produce high-quality images with a rejection rate under 10% and adhere to six-point film critique and procedures protocols; complete images within appropriate time frames.
• Correctly identify films with patient identification and proper markers.

• Associate's degree or equivalent training (via work experience or education)
• Specific Degrees:
  Mammography, Radiologic Technology
• 1-2 years of previous relevant experience

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• CPR (American Heart Association)
• Registered Radiographic Technologist
• Registered Radiographic Technologist (Mammography)

• Maintain at least 15 Category 1 CEU hours in direct mammography continuing education within a 36-month period
• Perform up to 200 exams within a 24-month period; 40 hours of mammography training; 25 mammography exams under direct supervision of MQSA-qualified individual

• Benefits from Day One (Medical and Dental)
• Competitive Shift Differentials
• Career Development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Participation in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• 403(b) with Employer Match
• On-site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & LUMC)
• Referral Rewards
• Perks Program

Joining Loyola Medicine means being part of an organization that treats the human spirit in patients and colleagues. We believe in giving back to those we serve and in living our guiding behaviors: supporting each other, communicating openly and respectfully, being fully present, being accountable, trusting intentions, and being continuous learners.

• We serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities
• We strive to foster a work environment built on respect and collaboration

Applicants for this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor an employment visa for this position.

Pay Range: $34.00 – $57.00 per hour

Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.

Our commitment to equity:
Loyola Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:
Other

Industries:
Hospitals and Health Care