Mammography Tech (PRN)

The University of Chicago Medicine•Harvey, IL

About The Position

Join the hospital trusted by Chicago’s Southland, Ingalls Memorial Hospital, in this role as a PRN Mammography Technologist. Under the supervision of the Supervisor, Radiologic Services, gives work direction to assigned personnel and participates in the operation of providing Mammography services to both inpatients and outpatients of all ages, at all CHHD sites; Harvey, Calumet City, Flossmoor and Tinley Park. Participates in ACR Accreditation process and in maintaining ACR standards for mammography. Participates in Radiologic Services Quality Assurance Committee with applicable indicators submitted as scheduled and participates in hospital based TQM/CQI activities as requested.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved school of radiologic technologists
Current certification in mammography with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
Current licensure by the State of Illinois to perform Radiography procedures
15 CEU’s at all times, specific to breast or mammography
1 year experience as radiographer/mammographer
Must comply with UChicago Medicine’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.

Responsibilities

Assists clerical staff with entering correct orders on patients
Demonstrates a positive, supportive attitude to patient, families and other personnel consistently, and in emergency and non-emergency situations
Supply patient with required forms before exam begins.
Position patient for mammography exam, adjust detector and paddles as needed.
If patient has previous outside mammography films but are not available at the time of exam, follow the Policy and Procedure for obtaining outside films.
Shows understanding and participates in all quality control testing as required by MQSA/FDA guidelines
Participates and assists in yearly inspections by the State of Illinois (IEMA).
Participates and assists in the accreditation process by the American College of Radiology (ACR), every 3 years
Shows understanding and participates in all quality control testing as required by MQSA/FDA guidelines: DICOM Printer Quality Control Detector Flat Field Calibration Artifact Evaluation Phantom Control Chart for Printer and Hologic Machine SNR and CNR Measurements Compression Thickness Indicator Viewing Conditions Visual Checklist Repeat/Reject Analysis Compression Printer Quality Control
Leaves work area neat, clean and orderly at end of shift
Checks supplies and restocks if needed
Ensures that the appropriate equipment accessories are available within each mammography room
Maintains responsibility for attendance and punctuality
Assists in enhancing productivity and efficient operation of the mammography suite
Exercises initiative, seeking additional tasks form supervisor or other staff members when time permits
Accepts assignments with no unwarranted documented complaints of unfair workload
Introduce self to patient by name and title 100% of the time
Explains procedure to the patient, significant other and families when applicable 100% of the time
Preserves patient’s dignity, privacy and modesty, following all HIPPA guidelines
Demonstrates knowledge of age specific factors necessary to perform duties safely and effectively
Attends relevant workshops, conferences and seminars
Utilizes available resources
Attends all mandatory departmental and hospital in-services
Formulates written goals and objectives, and review annually with manager
Seeks education and learning experience in areas of identified growth needs and reviews progress during annual evaluation
Performs other duties assigned