Northwestern Medicine-posted 3 months ago
$38 - $51/Yr
Chicago, IL
5,001-10,000 employees
Ambulatory Health Care Services

The Mammography Radiographer reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. The Mammography Radiographer performs general mammography imaging procedures to generate imaging information necessary for the diagnosis and subsequent treatment of inpatients and/or outpatients. Services are provided in accordance with industry standards, department protocols, and hospital policies and procedures.

  • Evaluates the request for procedures and assesses the patient to determine the appropriate procedure protocol and method of application.
  • Appropriately employs imaging systems, accessory devices, and patient positioning techniques to generate mammography images.
  • Cares for the patient throughout the procedure according to department and hospital standards of nursing care, age-specific sensitivities, and 'patients' first' guidelines.
  • Evaluates the resultant images in comparison with industry standard and takes corrective action if needed.
  • Performs preliminary interpretation by applying independent judgment, subsequently customizing the procedure accordingly.
  • Notifies physicians as required of changes in the condition of the patients or regarding unique imaging characteristics.
  • Assist the radiologist in the performance of interventional procedures.
  • Prepares sterile trays including procedure specific needs and other ancillary equipment.
  • Completes and maintains the medical record consisting of film and associated paperwork.
  • Provides patient education in the form of written material and/or verbal explanation prior to, during, and subsequent to the procedure.
  • Performs imaging procedures in accordance with safe radiation safety practices.
  • Performs Quality Control testing as assigned in accordance with FDA/ACR recommendations.
  • Documents mammography imaging procedures manually and/or electronically.
  • Monitors stock of supplies in imaging rooms to assure their regular availability.
  • Reports incidences of equipment failure, irregularities in equipment performance, and equipment in disrepair.
  • Graduation from a hospital based two year training program in Radiologic Technology or Associate's Degree Program in Radiology Technology
  • IEMA licensed
  • ARRT registered in Radiography (ARRT)(R)
  • CPR - Basic Life Support certification through American Heart Association
  • Clinical and technical competency in Mammography to meet MQSA requirements
  • ARRT registered in Radiography Mammography within 12 months of start date
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Three or more years of experience
  • Wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being.
  • Protection for unexpected life events.
  • Comprehensive training and development opportunities.
  • Mentorship programs.
  • Educational support and student loan repayment.
  • Flexible work options.
  • Reimbursable Well-Being Fund.
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