Mammography Technologist

Posted:
12/23/2024, 12:39:17 PM

Location(s):
Arlington Heights, Illinois, United States ⋅ Evanston, Illinois, United States ⋅ Chicago, Illinois, United States ⋅ Elmhurst, Illinois, United States ⋅ Illinois, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Customer Success & Support ⋅ Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

Position Highlights:

  • Location: Not specific to one campus! hiring at multiple locations

  • Full Time/Part Time/PRN

  • Hours: Varied hours and shifts with rotating weekends.

What you will need:

  • Graduate of an accredited school in Radiologic Technology required.
  • ARRT Mammography certification and current ARRT registration required.

  • Current Illinois Emergency Management Agency license required.

  • One-year experience as a general radiographer is preferred; on the job training is provided; experience in mammography preferred.

  • Current CPR certification from American Heart Association required.

  • Knowledge of and/or experience in the correct use of body mechanics.

  • The interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively will patients who may be anxious or confused and to interact with physicians and other hospital staff.

  • The analytical ability to determine proper patient positioning and to determine quality of exams performed. Advanced level positioning skills in addition to routine mammography.

  • The communication skills necessary to inform patients regarding examination procedures.

What you will do:

Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, operates radiology equipment to obtain routine radiographs used by physicians to detect and treat breast cancer.  In doing so, positions patients, adjusts x‑ray equipment to correct setting for each examination, and evaluates films quality.  Tests radiologic equipment and maintains quality assurance records.  Performs related office duties as necessary. Delivers and ensures customer service in all aspects to job, being attentive of eye contact, facial/body expressions and tone of voice. Explains procedure to patient, giving opportunity for questions to reduce anxiety and promote trust.

Benefits:

  • Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development

  • Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Free Parking at designated locations

  • Wellness Program Savings Plan

  • Health Savings Account Options

  • Retirement Options with Company Match

  • Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

  • Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.  

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”. 

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all.

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