Mammography Tech- Full Time

Community First Medical Center•Chicago, IL

6d•$40 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

This opportunity is Full Time. The shift is from 7:30 am to 4 pm, Monday through Friday, with rotating weekend work. The role involves performing all mammography procedures under the general supervision of a licensed practitioner for diagnosis and/or treatment of anatomical and physiological disorders. The work is performed at a technical level that does not require constant supervision and adheres to the established standards and practices of the ACR and Mammography Quality Standards Act.

Requirements

1+ to 2 years preferred of Mammography experience
Graduate from an approved program in radiologic technology.
Must hold IEMA License.
AART registration or eligible.
Certification in Mammography or eligibility by the ARRT required.

Responsibilities

Performs all mammography procedures, with appropriate application of technical and positioning protocols.
Verifies physician orders for instructions from requesting physician and consults with the radiologists.
Explains procedure and provides education as appropriate.
Performs equipment warm up, calibration and safety check as needed.
Operates hospital computer system.
Reports to supervisor any equipment malfunctions.
Operates equipment in accordance with manufacturer guidelines for appropriate quality control.
Responsible for departmental records.
Collects statistics as directed.
Communicates reactions, complications, changes in condition etc. to radiologist, physician.